Moussaka

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Lay eggplant slices on paper towels; sprinkle lightly with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Warm olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Fry eggplant until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; set aside.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in ground beef, onions, and garlic; season with salt and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned, 8 to 10 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add parsley, fines herbs, cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Pour in tomato sauce and wine; mix well. Simmer for 20 minutes. Allow to cool, then stir in beaten egg.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Scald milk in a saucepan over medium heat.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'At the same time, melt 1/2 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Whisk flour into butter until smooth. Lower heat; gradually pour in scalded milk, whisking constantly until it thickens. Season béchamel sauce with salt and white pepper.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.'}

9. 9

   {'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Arrange a single layer of eggplant in the prepared baking dish.'}

10. 10

    {'id': 'step_9', 'step': 10, 'text': 'Cover eggplant with meat sauce, then sprinkle 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese on top. Cover with remaining eggplant and sprinkle another 1/2 cup cheese on top.'}

11. 11

    {'id': 'step_10', 'step': 11, 'text': 'Pour béchamel sauce on top and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Cover with remaining cheese.'}

12. 12

    {'id': 'step_11', 'step': 12, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and browned, about 1 hour.'}

13. 13

    {'id': 'step_12', 'step': 13, 'text': 'Let moussaka cool briefly to make it easier to slice. Serve and enjoy!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

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