Mousaka Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mousaka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggplants, unpeeled and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices; 2 cups skim milk; 1 g white onion, 1 slice; 1 bay leaf; 1 large onion, fresh chopped; 2 lbs extra lean ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 15 ounces tomatoes, canned, drained and chopped; 1 tablespoon margarine; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon dry parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 eggplants, unpeeled and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups skim milk
1 g white onion, 1 slice
1 bay leaf
1 large onion, fresh chopped
2 lbs extra lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
15 ounces tomatoes, canned, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon margarine
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dry parmesan cheese, grated

1
Place the eggplant slices on a coated baking sheet.
2
Broil the eggplant until lightly browned, about 5 minutes on each side.
3
Heat the milk, just as small bubbles start to form, in a saucepan with onion slice and bay leaf. Remove from heat and discard the onion and bay leaf.
4
Saute chopped onion.
5
Add ground beef, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, pumpkin pie spice, red pepper, and pepper to the onions. Continue cooking over medium heat for 8 minutes.
6
Drain meat on paper towels and wipe out skillet.
7
Return the meat to the skillet and mix in the tomatoes.
8
Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
9
Melt the margarine in a saucepan and stir in the flour, whisking constantly for 1 minute. Stir in the milk and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cooking for 5 minutes stirring constantly.
10
Place half of the eggplant across the bottom of a coated 13 x 9 baking dish, then half of the meat mixture.
11
Repeat layers.
12
Pour the milk sauce over top and spread on the grated Parmesan cheese.
13
Bake dish for 45 minutes at 350 degrees.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

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.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 eggplants, unpeeled and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices, 2 cups skim milk, 1 g white onion, 1 slice, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Mousaka falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mousaka

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