Syrian

Eggplant and Tomato Moussaka

Name: Eggplant and Tomato Moussaka
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Syrian
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Layered dish of eggplant, tomato, and meat sauce, baked to a golden finish.

60 minutes6 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté onion and garlic, add beef and cook until browned.
Add tomatoes, water, salt, and pepper; simmer for 15 minutes.
Layer eggplant slices, meat sauce, and top with breadcrumbs and Parmesan; bake for 25-30 minutes.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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