North Macedonian Moussaka

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice the eggplants and bake until tender.
3. In a pan, cook the ground beef until browned.
4. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes and cinnamon.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Layer the eggplant, meat mixture, and béchamel sauce in a baking dish.
8. Top with grated cheese and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.