Beef And Potato Moussaka Recipe

Ingredients for Beef And Potato Moussaka

• 2 lbs potatoes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Ground Beef
• Red Wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Italian Parsley
• Parmesan Cheese
• Dry Breadcrumbs
• Olive Oil
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk

How to Make Beef And Potato Moussaka

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and quarter 2 lbs potatoes. Boil in salted water until almost tender (about 15 minutes). Cool slightly, then slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, for 4-5 minutes until softened.
4. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef to the skillet and brown for 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir in 1/2 cup red wine, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. While the beef simmers, prepare the sauce: Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk in 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, creating a roux.
6. Gradually whisk in 3 cups milk, cooking for 6-8 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Grease an 11x7 inch casserole dish.
8. Layer half of the beef mixture in the prepared dish. Top with the potato slices, then the remaining beef mixture.
9. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the potatoes.
10. Combine 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the top.
11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.