Description
Sweet Potato Moussaka is a delightful and nutritious twist on the traditional Greek dish. Layers of tender sweet potatoes, seasoned ground meat, and a creamy béchamel combine to create a culinary experience that will transport you to the Mediterranean. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this moussaka is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- 3. Stir in the ground meat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and cinnamon until browned. Add crushed tomatoes and simmer until thickened.
- 4. In another saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour until bubbly. Gradually add milk while stirring until thickened. Stir in nutmeg and beaten eggs.
- 5. In a baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices, followed by half of the meat mixture and half of the béchamel sauce. Repeat layers finishing with béchamel on top.
- 6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the top layer. Bake uncovered for about 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 120mg