Hob-to-table moussaka

Hob-to-table moussaka

Try this rich, hearty and quick variation on the classic family favourite

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 30 mins

Freezable

Method

  1. Brown the mince: Heat the oil in a large, shallow pan. Toss in the onion and garlic and fry until soft. Add the mince and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until browned.
  2. Season and simmer: Tip the tomatoes into the pan and stir in the tomato purée and cinnamon, then season generously with salt and pepper. Leave the mince to simmer for 20 minutes, adding the aubergines half way through.
  3. To serve: Sprinkle the crumbled feta and chopped mint over the mince. Bring the moussaka to the table as the feta melts and serve it with a crunchy green salad and toasted pitta.

PER SERVING

529 kcalories, protein 35g, carbohydrate 11g, fat 39 g, saturated fat 16g, fibre 3g, salt 2.31 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, April 2004.

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  • 2007-11-04 14:45:33.446368

    Nennepus rated this recipe

    4 stars

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  • 2007-11-06 17:19:55.436758

    Nicola rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This is a great favourite in our house and quick to make too!

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  • 2008-01-09 21:20:45.37641

    sue walton commented on this recipe

    i used fresh auborgine and finished the dish, minus the feta and mint, in the oven for about an hour. I added the feta for the last ten minutes of cooking time and it was absolutely delicious. My grandaughter, aged ten, really enjoyed the meal.

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    2008-01-15 23:01:29.772581

    Efi commented on this recipe

    I was a bit unsure of this recipe initially. Being Greek, I had certain expectations from this dish. I was however pleasantly surprised with the outcome. All the taste but without 2/3 of the fuss. Excellent!

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  • 2008-02-26 16:21:02.195307

    Mand commented on this recipe

    Very tasty - my husband loves moussaka but I never have time to cook it. This didn't take long and was really nice. I used fresh aubergine but might try with chargrilled next time.

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  • 2008-02-28 21:40:19.475958

    Lynn rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Very easy and quick to make, my husband who doesn't normally like mince in anything really enjoyed this recipe.

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  • 2008-03-01 18:32:55.437732

    Nona rated and commented on this recipe

    3 stars

    Used roasted aubergine and red pepper. Cheaper than product in jar. More readily available too.

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  • 2008-03-03 13:35:20.578098

    ClaireCV rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    We love this recipe in our house, quick, easy and delicious. I use fresh aubergine instead of jarred, and have started to add a lamb stock cube which makes for a richer, thicker sauce.

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  • 2008-03-25 13:19:57.467197

    ljwarrington rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    made this with veggie mince for around 8 guests for dinner and served with salad and pitta (as directed). they all loved it and kept on saying how tasty it was. i grilled it for about 5 minutes at the end so that the feta would be nice and toasted. used fresh aubergine too and the fresh mint was delightful. great stuff.

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  • 2008-03-26 13:34:41.315766

    Helen LJ rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Very tasty - I'll certainly be making it again! I sprinkled the feta over and put the pan in the oven for the last ten minutes to help it melt.

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  • 2008-05-08 12:01:46.484554

    Allmine commented on this recipe

    Really tasty and as there's only 2 of us I had it in pitta bread for my lunch for the next 2 days as well.

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  • 2008-06-09 11:42:48.564044

    Pablo's rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    One of my favourite meals. I always use fresh aubergine. I also brown the lamb mince first then drain in a sieve to reduce the fatty taste which the lamb can sometimes give.

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  • 2008-06-27 21:45:54.985675

    kerry76 rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    I agree with Pablo, the lamb is better if the fat is drained off. I also use fresh aubergines (never seen the canned variety) and add a can of chickpeas at a friend's recommendation - they go really well!

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  • 2008-08-05 21:28:07.077086

    Kate N rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This was delicious. I also used fresh aubergine, and even my aubergine-hating husband asked for more. The folded-in feta was a lovely finishing touch.

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  • 2008-09-11 12:34:55.54293

    luv2eat rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Fabulous, quick recipe that tasted every bit as good as it looks. Used pork mince as butcher had run out of lamb mince. Also used chargrilled eggplant (aubergine) from deli instead of using the jar equivalent. Have copied recipe and given to the guys at work as they all love easy recipes that they can impress the wife with!! This is ideal for a large group as recipe can very easily be multiplied to suit the number you intend feeding. Will definitely be using this one again.

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  • 2008-09-15 12:42:24.62849

    Vicki Food commented on this recipe

    Very tasty! Couldnt get hold of anything but fresh aubergine, so sliced it, brushed with tiny bit of olive oil and sprinkle of salt, and roasted it on a tray for 15 mins before hand. When made the recipe, i put the mixure into individual pots after the 10 minutes of cooking stage, layering meat mixture with slices of aubergine. Popped them into the oven at 180 for 5 minutes, then took them out to sprinkle on the crubled feta before putting them back in to finish for the final 5 mins. Served with a salad on the side, there was enough mix for 4 individual pots, so one each for dinner, and the other two in the freeer for a lazy day!

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  • 2008-11-14 13:21:20.64941

    SMiles commented on this recipe

    This has turned into a real family favorite! really quick tasty and easy, and adaptable for slimming world members, One A box on a red day if using fresh aubergine.

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  • 2008-12-17 17:07:43.949549

    mummybailey rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This has become a family favorite! I use fresh aubergines and serve with a small side of rice or salad and it tastes great. I also give some to my 14 month old and she loves it! (but i wait to season it until a have separated a portion for her)

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  • 2009-02-05 14:55:35.144742

    rosieshearma rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    We LOVE this dish in our house, I have three children aged between 1yr to 7 yrs and they love it too, eat with fresh salad and pitta bread or wraps in the summer or with hot crusty bread in the winter.

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    2009-02-21 14:07:05.861963

    KAZ rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Lovely dish, very tasty especially with the added chickpeas as mentioned before. Used fresh aubergine as it's better than using a jar. Would definitely make it again.

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 30 mins

Freezable

Serve with toasted pitta bread

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PER SERVING

529 kcalories, protein 35g, carbohydrate 11g, fat 39 g, saturated fat 16g, fibre 3g, salt 2.31 g

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