Moussaka is a classic Greek dish made with layers of eggplant, meat sauce, and a creamy béchamel sauce. Here is a traditional recipe for you to try:
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Ingredients:
For the meat sauce:
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
For the eggplant:
• 2 large eggplants
• Olive oil
For the béchamel sauce:
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Make the meat sauce: Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is browned and the onion is softened. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Prepare the eggplant: Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch rounds. Brush both sides with olive oil and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until thickened. Stir in the nutmeg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the moussaka: In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer the eggplant slices, meat sauce, and béchamel sauce.
Bake the moussaka: Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your delicious and classic moussaka!
