"Moussaka" Inspired Casserole

When you want the wonderful taste of Moussaka without the hassle, here is a Greek inspired recipe from the real deal that takes half of the time, but still gives you that great taste!

• 1 Eggplant Peeled, Seeded And Cubed
• 4 Medium Sized Baked Potatoes Mashed
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 Small Onion Minced
• 4 Cloves Roasted Garlic, sliced thin
• 1/2 Lb Lean Ground Beef
• 1 Cup Tomato Basil Sauce ( I Prefer Barilla)
• 3/4 Cup Fresh Prepared Baba Ganoush (Whole Foods or other)
• 3/4 Cup Prepared Alfredo Sauce mixed with 1 level tbl flour
• 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• Salt And Pepper To Taste
• Cooking Spray

In a large pot, brown ground beef until cooked and crumbled. Add olive oil, onion, garlic, salt, pepper and cubed eggplant. Sauté until eggplant is almost cooked. Add tomato basil sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes. Set aside.

Start by spraying a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray. Press mashed potatoes into bottom to form a crust. Spray tops of potato with more cooking spray.

Add meat mixture and spread evenly and try not to disturb the layer of potato. 

Top with baba ganoush, spreading carefully. Top that with Alfredo Sauce and sprinkle with shredded parmesan cheese. Trust me on this one.

Bake in 350 degree oven for 45 minutes or until bubbly and slightly browned on top.

You are going to love it!