Name: Classic Greek Moussaka
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds and toss with olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender. Set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
Stir in the oregano, cinnamon, and allspice. Add the tomato sauce and water, and simmer for 10 minutes.
In a separate saucepan, heat the milk and add the flour, stirring until thickened. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
Layer the cooked eggplant, meat mixture, and béchamel sauce in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.