Brad's moussaka Recipe

Name: Brad's moussaka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 long narrow eggplant; 1 flour for dredging; 1 oil for frying; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 clove garlic minced; 1 1/2 lb ground beef. sirloin if u can; 1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1 tsp salt and pepper; 6 tbsp butter; 7 tbsp flour; 3 cup warm milk; 3 eggs, well beaten; 1 paprika, nutmeg, and cinnamon to taste; 2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs.

Servings: persons

1 long narrow eggplant
1 flour for dredging
1 oil for frying
1 cup chopped onion
2 clove garlic minced
1 1/2 lb ground beef. sirloin if u can
1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tsp salt and pepper
6 tbsp butter
7 tbsp flour
3 cup warm milk
3 eggs, well beaten
1 paprika, nutmeg, and cinnamon to taste
2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs.

1
wash and slice.eggplant.
2
dredge in flour and fry in very hot oil until golden brown
3
drain on paper towels.
4
arrange a single layer in the bottom of a greased casserole dish.
5
meanwhile brown the beef and sausage in a heavy skillet.
6
immediately add onion and garlic.
7
when meat is brown, drain fat and add tomato sauce.
8
season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
add a half tsp of nutmeg and cinnamon.
10
if your taste requires more by all means add more
11
now we start the bechamel sauce.
12
heat butter in a sauce pot.
13
add flour, stir until you have a thick paste.
14
cook out the starch for a few min until you get a slight nutty aroma.
15
slowly add warm milk stirring constantly.
16
once all milk is added, stir over med low heat until sauce becomes thick and bubbly.
17
remove from heat.
18
immediately add a cup of milk mix to beaten eggs slowly while stirring eggs.
19
once combined slowly add back to the milk mixture stirring constantly.
20
once combined season to taste with paprika nutmeg salt and pepper
21
now back to the casserole.
22
place a layer of meat over the eggplant.
23
a layer of sauce over that.
24
spread some cheese and bread crumbs.
25
repeat layering until ingredients are gone.
26
i usually get 3 layers.
27
end with feta cheese and bread crumbs on top
28
bake at 350 for 30-45 min until edges are bubbly and crumbs are browned.
29
if crumbs aren't brown enough turn broiler on a couple minutes
30
serve with tatziki sauce

1542

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 long narrow eggplant, 1 flour for dredging, 1 oil for frying, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Brad's moussaka falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Brad's moussaka

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions