Moussaka | RICARDO

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (210 ml) olive oil
• 1lb (454g) ground lamb or ground beef
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) white wine
• 1 can 19 ounces (540 ml) plum tomatoes, diced
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) dried basil
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh parsley, minced
• 2 eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch (1-cm) thick slices
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) breadcrumbs
• Salt
• pepper
• 1/2 cup (125 m) butter
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) flour
• 3 cups (750 ml) milk
• 2 cups (500 ml) sharp cheddar, grated