I have printed this recipe just as it appeared when I clipped it from the San Francisco Examiner's food section. however, it makes a good blueprint for any ragout. I've made it many many times, and it is always fantastic.
It can be made without bacon as a vegan dish, and seasonal veggies, such as zucchini, tomato, red and green peppers can be added, as can potatoes for a heartier version.
The important thing being that everything be cut to more or less the same size. Mint cant be replaced with another leafy herb, such as basil. I like to throw a little white wine into the mixture. Enjoy!

Eggplant, Bacon, Mushroom and Mint Ragout
Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:
1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms
1/4 pound bacon, cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 Japanese eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 bunch green onion, chopped
1 pound mushrooms, cleaned, cut in 1/3 inch slices
1/2 bunch fresh mint, chopped
leftover frilled beef or lamb, sliced (optional)

Instructions: Soak the porcini in warm water to cover
for 15 to 30 minutes, or until soft. Drain, rinse well
to remove all sand, squeeze dry and chop Set aside.
Blanche bacon in boiling water for 5 minutes.
Remove and pat dry. Set aside. Heat the olive oil
in an oven-proof sauté pan. Add garlic, 1/2 teaspoon
salt and pepper to taste. Sauté over medium low heat
until garlic is lightly browned. Add cubed eggplant,
green onion, fresh and dried mushrooms, bacon and mint.
Cook, stirring constantly for a minute or two until vegetables
are well mixed and coated with oil (add more olive oil, if needed).
Taste, and season with more salt and pepper, if desired.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes,
or until ingredients are soft and top is almost crisp.
Transfer to a warmed platter and arrange slices of
grilled beef or lamb on top, if desired.
Garnish with fresh mint, if desired.

Eggplant and bacon alone are disgusting, add mint and it's truly repulsive.

You are mistaken! this is a strangely magical mix that works well. unless you are vegatarian.