Easy Moussaka Recipe

Name: Easy Moussaka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium size eggplants; 1 c. butter or margarine; 3 large onions; 2 lb. ground lamb (true Moussaka) or beef; 3 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1/2 c. dry red wine; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; salt to taste; freshly ground pepper to taste; 6 Tbsp. flour; 1 qt. milk; 4 eggs, beaten until frothy; nutmeg to taste; 2 c. Ricotta cheese; 1 c. packaged fine bread crumbs; 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 medium size eggplants
1 c. butter or margarine
3 large onions
2 lb. ground lamb (true Moussaka) or beef
3 Tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 c. dry red wine
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
salt to taste
freshly ground pepper to taste
6 Tbsp. flour
1 qt. milk
4 eggs, beaten until frothy
nutmeg to taste
2 c. Ricotta cheese
1 c. packaged fine bread crumbs
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Peel eggplants; slice 1/2-inch thick.
2
Brown slices quickly in large, heavy skillet in 4 tablespoons butter (more as needed). Set aside.
3
Heat 4 tablespoons butter in same skillet.
4
Cook onions until lightly browned.
5
Add ground meat; cook for 10 minutes.
6
Combine tomato paste with wine, parsley, cinnamon, salt and pepper; stir into meat.
7
Simmer, stirring frequently, until all liquid has been absorbed.
8
Remove from heat.

1763

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium size eggplants, 1 c. butter or margarine, 3 large onions, 2 lb. ground lamb (true Moussaka) or beef, and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

Easy Moussaka

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