Mr Food Shortcut Moussaka
Ready to indulge in rich Mediterranean flavors without spending hours in the kitchen? Mr. Food Shortcut Moussaka is your answer! This easy, time-saving twist on the classic Greek dish layers tender, oven-roasted eggplant with a spiced ground beef or lamb filling, kissed with warm notes of cinnamon and oregano. Topped with creamy, ready-made béchamel sauce, a savory blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, and a crispy breadcrumb crust, this recipe delivers unbeatable comfort in just an hour. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings, this shortcut moussaka retains all the traditional flavors while simplifying the process. Serve it with a fresh side salad or crusty bread for a satisfying Mediterranean feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplant
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups ready-made béchamel sauce
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cups panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds and brush each side lightly with olive oil.
Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, ground cinnamon, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the baked eggplant slices evenly across the bottom.
Spread half of the meat mixture over the eggplant. Add another layer of eggplant slices, followed by the remaining meat mixture.
Pour the ready-made béchamel sauce over the top layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire dish.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and breadcrumbs evenly over the béchamel sauce.
Bake the moussaka in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Let the moussaka cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this easy, comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.5 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.2 g | 401% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 555 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 6867 mg | 299% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.0 g | ||
| Protein | 150.5 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1950 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 5112 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
