Moussaka

Tags: Greek, main dish
. 15 steps
1 1/2 lb aubergine Slice lengthways, spread on paper towels. Sprinkle with half the salt, leave to drain 10-15 minutes. Turn over and repeat. Pat dry. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides   Layer meat and aubergine in casserole, ending with aubergine. Bake, covered, in moderate oven 40 minutes
1/4 cup salt
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter   Cook 5 minutes or until soft
2 small onions chop finely
1 clove garlic chop finely
1 1/2 lb ground lamb   Cook 10 minutes or until no longer pink
28oz can tomatoes drain, chop coarsely add, stir in
reserve 1/2 juice   Stir in, cook 5 minutes over moderate heat. Correct seasoning
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pepper
3 eggs   beat lightly   Pour egg mixture over. Cook further 15 minutes uncovered, until top is puffed and golden
1 cup light cream
1 cup parmesan grated stir in