Recipe: Turkey Moussaka
Description: Dive into the flavors of Greece with this tantalizing Turkey Moussaka recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Layers of eggplant, seasoned ground turkey, and a creamy cheese topping come together to create a dish that’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Servings: 8
- Cuisine: Greek, European
- Keywords: Cheese, Vegetable, Meat, Broil/Grill, Oven, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 523.8
- Fat: 29.5g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 206.2mg
- Sodium: 939mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.3g
- Fiber: 7.3g
- Sugar: 10.4g
- Protein: 38.9g
Ingredients:
- 1 eggplant
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 2 onions
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2/3 cup feta cheese
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Cooking spray
- Bread crumbs
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Eggplant: Slice the eggplant into rounds. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the eggplant slices and sauté for about 5 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown. Remove the eggplant from the skillet and set aside.
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Cook Turkey Mixture: In the same skillet, add the ground turkey and diced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is browned and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
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Add Tomatoes and Spices: To the skillet with the turkey mixture, add the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, tomato paste, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray and sprinkle a thin layer of bread crumbs on the bottom.
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Layer Ingredients: Arrange a layer of the sautéed eggplant slices on the bottom of the baking dish. Top the eggplant with a layer of the cooked turkey mixture, and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of bread crumbs on top.
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and eggs until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the top layer of the casserole.
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Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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Broil: After baking, remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to broil. Place the dish back in the oven and broil for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
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Rest and Serve: Remove the moussaka from the oven and let it stand for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and makes for easier serving.
Enjoy your delicious Turkey Moussaka with family and friends! 🍽️🇬🇷
