Lamb Moussaka

Lamb Moussaka

Basic Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Ready in: 45 minutes
  • Preparation time: -
  • Cooking time: -
  • Rating: 79.86
  • Health score: 43.00
  • Weight Watcher points: 20.00

Summary

You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Lamb Moussakan a try. This recipe serves 12. One portion of this dish contains approximately 78g of protein, 45g of fat, and a total of 828 calories. For $4.61 per serving, this recipe covers 45% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. 1 person were glad they tried this recipe. Only a few people really liked this Mediterranean dish. A mixture of eggplant, parsley, natrel lactose free milk, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. It is brought to you by Foodista. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 78%, which is solid. Similar recipes include Lamb Moussaka, Lamb Moussaka, and Lamb and Eggplant Moussaka.

Ingredients

  • all purpose flour
    all purpose flour0.5 cup
  • canned tomatoes
    canned tomatoes1 can
  • margarine
    margarine1 cup
  • wine
    wine0.5 cup
  • egg
    egg4
  • eggplant
    eggplant2.5 pounds
  • natrel lactose free milk
    natrel lactose free milk4 cups
  • lactose free mozzarella cheese
    lactose free mozzarella cheese3 cups
  • parsley
    parsley0.5 cup
  • clv garlic
    clv garlic2
  • ground lamb
    ground lamb2 pounds
  • sauce
    sauce12 servings
  • meat sauce
    meat sauce12 servings
  • olive oil
    olive oil0.25 cup
  • onion
    onion2 medium
  • oregano leaves
    oregano leaves1 tablespoon
  • salt
    salt1 tablespoon
  • salt
    salt1 teaspoon
  • salt and pepper
    salt and pepper1
  • tomato paste
    tomato paste1 can
  • zucchini
    zucchini3
Instructions

Step 1

CUT eggplant into 1/4" (5mm) thick slices.

Step 2

Layer in colander, sprinkling each layer with salt.

Step 3

Let stand 30 minutes.RINSE eggplant; pat dry.

Step 4

Place in single layer on baking sheet.

Step 5

Brush with olive oil. Broil, turning once for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, until golden and softened. Set aside. Repeat until all eggplants are cooked.SAUTE zucchini in large oiled frying pan until tender-crisp. Set aside.Meat Sauce:COOK lamb in large saucepan on high heat, breaking up with spoon, for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Drain off fat.

Step 7

Add onions, garlic and oregano. Cook on medium for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add tomatoes, tomato paste and wine. Simmer 10 minutes, or until mixture starts to thicken. Stir in parsley, salt and pepper. Set aside.White Sauce:MELT margarine in large saucepan.

Step 9

Add flour, mixing until smooth. Gradually add milk. Cook, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil and is thickened.

Step 10

Add salt and nutmeg.

Add a bit of hot mixture to beaten eggs then return to saucepan and cook 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.To AssembleTips

Step 1

Place pan on a baking sheet or piece of foil to catch any drips that may boil over.MAKE-AHEAD: After assembling, cool completely, uncovered in refrigerator. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 day or overwrap with heavy foil and freeze up to 3 weeks. Thaw in refrigerator 48 hours before baking.Replace lamb with beef.A thin bottom layer of sauteed sliced potatoes can be added.A make-ahead layered Greek casserole that's ideal for potlucks and family reunions.

Categories

Cuisines: Mediterranean, European, Greek

Dish Types: lunch, main course, main dish, dinner

Source Information

Source: Foodista

License: CC BY 3.0

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