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Moussaka

Moussaka is a classic Greek casserole made with layers of eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce.

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Brush eggplant slices with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes until tender.

Step 3

In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 4

For the béchamel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Stir in nutmeg and Parmesan.

Step 5

In a baking dish, layer eggplant slices, beef mixture, and béchamel sauce. Repeat layers, ending with béchamel.

Step 6

Bake for 30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

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imagePreparation time30 minutes
imageCooking time30 minutes
imageTotal time1 hour
Dinner

Difficulty level

hard

Dishes

6

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Greek Cuisine

Diet type

Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition facts

Rich and comforting, with layers of savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, sliced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
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