Greek Moussaka Directions:
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Heat olive oil in a pan. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until soft.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned.
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Stir in tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, wine, cinnamon, allspice, salt, pepper, sugar, and bay leaf.
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Simmer for 30–40 minutes until thickened. Remove bay leaf and stir in parsley if using.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Slice potatoes, spray lightly with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 15–20 minutes until just tender.
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Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in warm milk and cook until thick.
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Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
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Let cool slightly and whisk in the egg.
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In a baking dish, layer the potatoes on the bottom.
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Spread the meat sauce evenly on top.
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Pour over the béchamel sauce and smooth the surface.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden.
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Let rest for 15–20 minutes before serving.
WW Points Calculation:
- Olive oil (2 tsp): 2
- 96% lean ground beef (1.1 lb): 12
- Canned chopped tomatoes (14 oz): 0
- Tomato paste (2 tbsp): 1
- Red wine (1/4 cup): 2
- Potatoes (2–3 large): 0
- Butter (2 tbsp): 10
- Whole wheat flour (2 tbsp): 3
- Low-fat milk (2 cups): 5
- Reduced-fat Parmesan cheese (1/4 cup): 2
- Egg (1 large): 0
Total Points: 37
Servings: 6
Per Serving: 6 points
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 12 g
Protein: 28 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 400 mg
I'm waiting for your comments! Enjoy!
