Moussaka A La Grecque(Serves 8 To 10) Recipe

Name: Moussaka A La Grecque(Serves 8 To 10)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium sized eggplants; 1 c. butter; 3 large onions, finely chopped; 2 lb. ground lamb or beef; 3 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1/2 c. red wine; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; salt to taste; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 6 Tbsp. flour; 1 qt. milk; 4 eggs, beaten; nutmeg to taste; 2 c. Ricotta cheese or cottage cheese; 1 c. fine bread crumbs; 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 medium sized eggplants
1 c. butter
3 large onions, finely chopped
2 lb. ground lamb or beef
3 Tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 c. red wine
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 Tbsp. flour
1 qt. milk
4 eggs, beaten
nutmeg to taste
2 c. Ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
1 c. fine bread crumbs
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Peel the eggplants and cut them into slices about 1/2-inch thick.
2
Brown the slices quickly in 4 tablespoons of the butter. Set aside.
3
Heat 4 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet and cook the onions until they are brown.
4
Add the ground meat and cook 10 minutes.
5
Combine the tomato paste with the wine, parsley, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
6
Stir this mixture into the meat and simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, until all the liquid has been absorbed.
7
Remove the mixture from heat.
8
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.

1763

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

Carbs

114

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.

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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 sized eggplants, 1 c. butter, 3 large onions, finely chopped, 2 lb. ground lamb or beef, and more.

Yes, Moussaka A La Grecque(Serves 8 To 10) 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!

Moussaka A La Grecque(Serves 8 To 10)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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