Moussaka
This classic Greek dish features layers of eggplant, spiced ground beef, and a creamy béchamel sauce, making it a perfect comfort meal that's great for special occasions. Its rich flavors and textures have made it a beloved favorite in many households.
Ready in 120 minutes · serves 6 · 600 calories per serving · greek cuisine.
Ingredients
- 2 largeeggplant
- 1 poundground beef
- 1 largeonion
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 15 ouncecanned tomatoes
- 1 teaspooncinnamon
- 1 cupolive oil
- 2 cupsmilk
- 1/2 cupbutter
- 1/2 cupflour
- 2 largeeggs
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonpepper
- 1/4 teaspoonnutmeg
- 1 cupparmesan cheese
Instructions
- 01
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 02
Slice the eggplant, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
- 03
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- 04
Add ground beef and cook until browned, then stir in canned tomatoes and spices.
- 05
In a separate pot, make the béchamel sauce by melting butter, adding flour, then slowly whisking in milk. Cook until thickened, then stir in beaten eggs and nutmeg.
- 06
Layer eggplant, meat mixture, and béchamel in a baking dish.
- 07
Top with parmesan cheese and bake for 1 hour or until golden brown.
- 08
Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.
