MODERN MOUSSAKA #A1

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A.1. Original Sauce Recipe Contest Entry. Everybody loves this layered dish once they try it! Starting with a slice of Yukon gold potato on the bottom, then adding a sautéed ground turkey mixture, roasted tomato, goat cheese creamed spinach and for the topper a fresh roasted pepper slice.

Provided by Kim Marie C.

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 Stacks, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 medium vine ripe tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed basil
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow bell pepper
2 large yukon gold potatoes (uniform in size)
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1 1/4 lbs lean ground turkey (93 percent)
1/3 cup A.1. Original Sauce
5 ounces fresh spinach leaves
5 1/2 ounces creamy goat cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch kosher salt
1 pinch fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Rinse and dry tomatoes. Cut a thin slice off of both ends of each tomato then cut into halves and place in a bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper and basil, toss gently. Remove the tomatoes from the bowl and place on baking sheet about an inch apart (save the remaining oil mixture for use later). Put to the side.
  • Rinse and dry pepper. Toss the pepper in the bowl with the remaining oil mixture coating all sides. Place on the baking sheet apart from the tomatoes.
  • Place the baking sheet on top rack in a 350 degree oven for a total of 30 minutes Turn over the tomatoes and pepper after 15 minutes. Remove tomatoes from the baking sheet onto a plate for use later. Place the bell pepper in a zipper sealed bag. Put to the side.
  • Reduce the oven to 325 degrees.
  • TIP Set timers so you can continue preparing other items during cook times.
  • Scrub potatoes, leaving the skin on place in pot of water, bring to a boil, lower and cook until ¾ done. Remove from water place on plate for use later.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in sauté pan, add diced onions, cook until beginning to brown, add garlic, cook for another minute or so until golden. Add the turkey to the pan, continue stirring and cook until browned. Stir in the A.1. sauce, cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove pan from heat set to side for use later.
  • Rinse, dry and lightly chop spinach leaves. Warm goat cheese in pot on stove, add spinach and keep cooking on low until creamy. Add the crushed red pepper, a pinch of kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. Remove from heat and place to the side for use later.
  • Rub the remaining vegetable oil onto a baking sheet.
  • Slice Yukon gold potatoes lengthwise about ¼" should get 6 slices from each potato. Place each potato slice on baking sheet about an inch apart.
  • Layer as following: 3 tablespoons of ground turkey on top of each potato slice. Halved tomato slice on top of ground turkey. 1 tablespoon of creamed spinach on top of tomato.
  • Remove roasted pepper from sealed bag and remove the skin, seeds and stem. Slice into 12 uniform size pieces. Place pepper on top of the creamed spinach.
  • Bake in oven 15-20 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 338.8, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.6, Protein 27.6

Juan Altoro
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover eggplant.


Maroof Shah
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This is the best moussaka recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Sujata Gharti
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This moussaka was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


NEtikan Hongroo
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this moussaka. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the overall dish was very flavorful.


Azoro Mmesoma
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This moussaka is the perfect make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Robert Kibet
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I love that this recipe includes a vegetarian option. It's great for people who don't eat meat.


charles alles
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This moussaka is a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter version next time.


Syed Sameer
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I've made this moussaka several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve for special occasions.


Karro Samuel
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This moussaka is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying.


pk Aktar
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my moussaka turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked the eggplant.


MD ADAL APEL
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This is my new favorite moussaka recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Sulaiman Salaf
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I love that this recipe uses ground lamb instead of beef. It gives the moussaka a more unique flavor.


Milka Chrispine
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This moussaka was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Yasser Zaytoun
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I've never made moussaka before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Aaliyah Lunt
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I made this moussaka for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Salma Amjad
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The moussaka was absolutely delicious!


Various Mobster
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my moussaka didn't turn out as good as I hoped. The eggplant was a bit too mushy and the bechamel sauce was too thick.


Jsun lee
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This is the best moussaka I've ever had! The bechamel sauce was creamy and delicious, and the lamb was perfectly cooked.


musa shahzad
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this moussaka. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the overall dish was very satisfying.


Hussain Hashmi
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This moussaka was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the eggplant was perfectly cooked.