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MOUSSAKA

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C fan / 200°C / Gas Mark 6.
  2. Spray a large non-stick frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and cook the aubergine slices in batches until lightly softened and golden. Set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onions to the same pan and cook until softened.
  4. Add the lean beef mince and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, oregano, cinnamon, allspice, cumin, tomato purée, and vegetable stock.
  6. Bring to the boil, then simmer until the sauce thickens. Season well with salt and black pepper.
  7. Arrange half of the aubergine slices in the base of a shallow ovenproof dish.
  8. Spoon over the meat sauce, then top with the remaining aubergine slices.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, beaten eggs, nutmeg, dried mint, grated protein cheese, and half the mozzarella. Season lightly.
  10. Pour the topping mixture evenly over the aubergines and scatter over the remaining mozzarella.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes until golden, set, and slightly risen.
  12. Serve hot with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables.
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