Moussaka
⭐ 4.6 (499 Reviews)
By PEGGY AYSCUE | Updated on December 14, 2023 | Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen
Prep Time: 45 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
This moussaka tastes great! Layers of sliced eggplant are baked in a ground beef sauce and smothered in a creamy white béchamel sauce in this classic Greek dish.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1:

Lay eggplant slices on paper towels; sprinkle lightly with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.

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Step 2:

Warm olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Fry eggplant until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; set aside.

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Step 3:

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in ground beef, onions, and garlic; season with salt and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned, 8 to 10 minutes.

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Step 4:

Add parsley, fines herbs, cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Pour in tomato sauce and wine; mix well. Simmer for 20 minutes. Allow to cool, then stir in beaten egg.

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Step 5:

Scald milk in a saucepan over medium heat. At the same time, melt 1/2 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6:

Whisk flour into butter until smooth. Lower heat; gradually pour in scalded milk, whisking constantly until it thickens. Season béchamel sauce with salt and white pepper.

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Step 7:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange a single layer of eggplant in the prepared baking dish.

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Step 8:

Cover eggplant with meat sauce, then sprinkle 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese on top. Cover with remaining eggplant and sprinkle another 1/2 cup cheese on top.

Step 9:

Pour béchamel sauce on top and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Cover with remaining cheese.

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Step 10:

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and browned, about 1 hour. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

567
39g
29g
24g
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Protein