Moussaka
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Uploaded on: October 29, 2024
Updated on: November 18, 2024
Author: Recipisto
Moussaka
4
100 min.
550 kcal
A rich and flavorful baked dish made with layers of eggplant, minced meat, and creamy béchamel sauce.
Ingredients:
5 g
Salt
1 pieces
Onion
2 cloves
Garlic
2 pieces
Tomatoes
50 g
Butter
100 g
Cheese
2 g
Pepper
50 g
Tomato paste
500 ml
Milk
50 g
Flour
2 pieces
Eggplant
5 g
Herbs
500 g
Minced Meat
Steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the eggplant and lightly salt them, then set aside for about 30 minutes to remove bitterness. Rinse and pat dry.
3. In a pan, brown the minced meat and onions. Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, and season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
4. Grease a baking dish and layer the eggplant slices on the bottom. Add the meat mixture on top. Repeat the layers and finish with a layer of eggplant.
5. Prepare the béchamel sauce by melting butter, adding flour, stirring in milk until smooth and thick. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the béchamel sauce over the top layer of eggplant. Sprinkle with cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Enjoy!
