MOUSSAKA
A popular Mediterranean dish. Ingredients can vary, but this is the version I like the best. It includes sliced eggplant and ground beef with a wonderful layer of bachemel sauce on top. It does take some time to prepare, but tastes as good the next day, so can easily be prepared the day before if needed. I hope you enjoy!
Provided by UmmIbrahim
Categories Meat
Time 2h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Place the slices of eggplant on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and set aside for 30 minutes to draw out the moisture. Then in a skillet over high heat, heat the oil. Quickly fry the eggplant until browned. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the ground beef, salt and pepper to taste, onions, and garlic. After the beef is browned, sprinkle in the cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme and parsley. Pour in the tomato sauce and mix well. Simmer for 20 minutes. Allow to cool, and then stir in beaten egg.
- To make the bechemel sauce, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually pour in the milk, increase the heat to medium high once all the milk is in the pan, bring it close to boiling, but not boiling, keep whisking until thickened. Season with salt, and white pepper. In the last minute of cooking add the fresh thyme and quickly whisk in the beaten egg.
- Arrange a layer of eggplant in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover eggplant with all of the meat mixture, and then sprinkle 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese over the meat. Cover with remaining eggplant, and sprinkle another 1/2 cup of cheese on top. Spread the bechemel sauce over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 1 hour at 375 degrees F or until bachemel sauce is nicely browned.
- Bon apetit!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1050.9, Fat 81.9, SaturatedFat 29.9, Cholesterol 240.4, Sodium 909.6, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 9.1, Protein 45.4
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Jamaal Foulkes
[email protected]The moussaka was good, but it wasn't as good as I was hoping for.
Wesal khan
[email protected]This moussaka was a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.
fazullah khan
[email protected]I'm not sure why this recipe is called moussaka. It doesn't really resemble the traditional dish.
Mbada Khoury
[email protected]This moussaka is a bit different from the traditional Greek recipe, but it's still delicious.
Safayat Hossain
[email protected]I love the way the flavors of the eggplant, lamb, and béchamel sauce come together in this dish.
Sarah Parrett
[email protected]This moussaka is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying.
Tiffany Latimer
[email protected]Moussaka is one of my favorite Greek dishes. This recipe is easy to follow and the results are always amazing.
Aalana Leuma
[email protected]I've made this moussaka several times and it's always a hit. It's a delicious and impressive dish.
Alec
[email protected]This is my go-to moussaka recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
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[email protected]I made this moussaka for my Greek grandmother and she loved it! She said it was the best moussaka she'd ever had.
Mujahid Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The moussaka is absolutely delicious.
Om Gehi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this moussaka was surprisingly good. The flavors all came together perfectly.
Yassir Abdirahman
[email protected]The moussaka turned out perfectly! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the béchamel sauce was rich and creamy.
Deeq Adan
[email protected]I made this moussaka for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Tiffany Ortiz
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! They loved the combination of flavors and textures.
Ela Islam
[email protected]I've tried many moussaka recipes over the years, but this one is definitely the best. It's easy to follow and the results are always amazing.
Kawish Oad
[email protected]This moussaka recipe is a keeper! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the dish is incredibly satisfying. I especially love the crispy layer of béchamel on top.