Baked Eggplant(Mousaka) Recipe

Name: Baked Eggplant(Mousaka)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 clove minced garlic; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 2 chopped onions; 1 tsp. sugar; chopped parsley; 4 Tbsp. butter; 3 medium eggplants; 1 c. tomato sauce; grated Romano cheese; vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 clove minced garlic
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 chopped onions
1 tsp. sugar
chopped parsley
4 Tbsp. butter
3 medium eggplants
1 c. tomato sauce
grated Romano cheese
vegetable oil

1
Add garlic, salt and pepper to ground beef.
2
Cook slowly until meat juices are absorbed.
3
Add chopped onion, parsley and butter; brown well.
4
Add tomato sauce, sugar and 1 cup water; simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
5
Slice eggplants; soak in deep bowl of salt water about 15 minutes.
6
Drain; squeeze slices gently to remove excess moisture.
7
Brush with vegetable oil; broil on both sides until browned.
8
In a 9 x 13-inch baking pan, arrange layers of eggplant slices alternately with meat mixture, topping with eggplant.
9
Spread cream sauce over top; sprinkle with nutmeg or with grated cheese.
10
Bake in oven at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.

584

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and more.

Yes, Baked Eggplant(Mousaka) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Eggplant(Mousaka)

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Variations & substitutions

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