Kittencals Greek Moussaka Recipes

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KITTENCAL'S GREEK MOUSSAKA



Kittencal's Greek Moussaka image

Being Greek born I have tried my share of moussaka recipes over the years, this is a basic easy recipe I have been making for years and still make often, it has remained a huge family favorite, I have served this many times to guests for a dinner parties and always receive rave reviews! ---the traditional Greek moussaka usually has about 1 teaspoon cinnamon added to the meat mixture, you might want to add it in my family prefers it without --- you may also want to "sweat" the eggplant slices with a bit of salt sprinkled on for 1 hour before using

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 medium eggplants
olive oil (as needed)
1 lb lean ground beef (or can use ground lamb)
2 medium onions, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste, I use lots!)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt, divided (or to taste, I use seasoned salt)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt (I use seasoned salt)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 egg
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (can use more)

Steps:

  • Grease a 9 x 9-inch baking pan although you could use a 13 x 9 pan using a smaller pan will result in a thicker casserole.
  • Peel the eggplants then slice 1/4-inch thick (or a little thicker won't hurt).
  • Brush cookie sheet with olive oil.
  • Coat each side of sliced eggplant with olive oil then season slices with salt and freshly ground pepper (I use seasoned salt for this and use as much pepper as desired).
  • Place the eggplant slices on cookie sheet; broil under the broiler until brown; turn and broil the other side, brushing with oil if needed; repeat with all eggplant slices.
  • In the bottom of the prepared baking dish arrange half of the eggplant slices.
  • In a large skillet, combine beef and onions; cook stirring until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft; drain fat.
  • Add in the garlic, tomato sauce, oregano, 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper to taste; pour mixture over eggplant slices.
  • Arrange the remaining eggplant slices over the beef mixture.
  • PREPARE THE CHEESE SAUCE: Melt the butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste; gradually stir in half and half or milk, cook and stir over medium heat until thick and bubbly.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg; stir in some of the hot sauce, then add egg to sauce mixture, mix well; add in Parmesan cheese, and stir again.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over mixture in baking dish.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Note: If doubling this recipe to serve 8 it is best to make two separate casseroles instead of one larger one.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.4, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 176.5, Sodium 1564.7, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 11.5, Protein 35.8

KITTENCAL'S GREEK GARDEN SALAD WITH GREEK-STYLE DRESSING



Kittencal's Greek Garden Salad With Greek-Style Dressing image

All amounts may be adjusted to taste, the dressing amounts will yield just slightly over 1 cup and I strongly suggest to make the dressing in advance even better 24 hours ahead --- serve the salad with crusty bread on the side --- the dressing from my recipe#66596 also works well with this salad

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup olive oil (can use 1/2 cup each olive oil and vegetable oil)
2 -3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
3 teaspoons dried oregano
3 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 -2 teaspoon sugar
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 large plum tomatoes, chopped
1 small cucumber, coarsley chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 red onion, sliced (or use 1 green onion, chopped)
1/2-3/4 cup kalamata olive (or similar marinated olives)
Greek salad dressing (to taste)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • For the dressing in a bowl combine all ingredients.
  • Cover and chill until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, feta cheese, onion and black olives.
  • At this point you may chill, before serving add in salad dressing, then season with black pepper and salt.

AUTHENTIC GREEK MOUSSAKA



Authentic Greek Moussaka image

This traditional moussaka is truly the best, and just as authentic as any you'd try in Greece! While it takes a bit of time, it's actually quite simple to make. Kali orexi! (Bon appetit!)

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 eggplants, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch slices
salt to taste
4 cups milk
1 stick butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 egg yolks, beaten
7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 onions, grated
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon white sugar
1 pinch ground cinnamon
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle eggplant slices with salt and place in a colander set in the sink or over a plate. Let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour so the salt can draw out any bitterness.
  • Meanwhile, make bechamel sauce. Heat milk in a saucepan almost to a boil. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour until a smooth paste forms. Lower heat and gradually pour in hot milk, whisking constantly until bechamel sauce thickens. Season with salt. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  • Rinse eggplant slices under cold running water. Squeeze out liquid and pat dry with paper towels. Whisk egg yolks into the cooled bechamel.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and cook eggplant slices in batches until each side is lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on a large plate lined with paper towels.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  • Heat remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Cook grated onion until soft, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook and stir until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Season with allspice, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook until all excess liquid has evaporated and mixture appears dry, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in parsley and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly, then stir in the egg white.
  • Arrange a layer of eggplant in the prepared baking dish. Cover eggplant with all of the beef mixture and sprinkle with 1/3 of the Parmesan cheese. Cover with remaining eggplant and sprinkle another 1/3 of Parmesan cheese on top. Pour bechamel sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the moussaka is set and golden, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from oven and let rest at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 718.3 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

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