How to Make Moussaka Cottage Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Moussaka Cottage Pie is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of two classic comfort foods - moussaka and cottage pie. This fusion of flavors creates a satisfying and filling meal that is perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering. Whether you are a fan of Greek cuisine or British comfort food, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds.

Moussaka is a traditional Greek dish made with layers of eggplant, ground meat, and a rich tomato sauce, topped with a creamy b...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 medium onions, cut into medium dice
  • 3 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey
  • 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup dark or golden raisins
  • 1 pound eggplant, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 (24 ounce) package refrigerated mashed potatoes, warmed in the microwave according to instructions
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 pie

  • Heat 2 Tbs. oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cinnamon and cloves; cook about 1 minute. Add meat, stirring to break it up, and cook about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and raisins; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Arrange eggplant slices on a lipped cookie sheet. Brush both sides with remaining oil, and season with salt and pepper. Broil on upper oven rack, turning once with kitchen tongs, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Reduce heat to 400 degrees. Lay eggplant in a single layer over meat mixture. Whisk egg into mashed potatoes; spread over eggplant. Bake on lower rack until sauce is bubbly, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    347 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 569mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 536mg