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Moussaka baked in aubergines

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INGREDIENTS:

2 very large aubergines, each weighing about 400g (14oz)

1 tbsp salt

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1x500g pack lean steak

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tbsp dried oregano

2 tbsp tomato puree

1/2 tsp honey or sugar

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1x300g tub Finest beef stock

Freshly ground black pepper

For the topping:

15g (1/2oz) butter
15g (1/2oz) plain flour

150ml (1/4 pt) milk

150ml (1/4 pt) Greek-style yogurt

1 egg yolk


PREPARATION:
Cut the aubergines in half lengthways and scrape out most of the the flesh, leaving a wall about 5mm (1/4 in) thick all the way round. Sprinkle with the salt and set aside. Chop the flesh.

To make the stuffing, heat the oil and saute the onion and aubergine flesh. Add the mince and garlic and cook until well browned. Add the remaining ingredients, cover and simmer for 45 mins.

Preheat the overn to 190C/375F/Gas mark 5. Rinse and dry the aubergine shells and set them in a baking dish. Fill with the mince and cook for 45 mins.

Meanwhile, make a white sauce with the butter, flour and milk. Simmer for 1 min until thickened and smooth. Remove from the heat, whisk in the yogurt and egg yolk. Spoon over the aubergines and return to the overn for 15 mins. Drizzle over any cooking juices and serve with a spinach salad and new potatoes, if wished.


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INFORMATION:

Prep time: 1 hour Serves: 4

Source: Recipe courtesy of Tesco Recipe Magazine. By Jane Suthering

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 DISH DETAIL KEY
clock Quick & Easy: 30 minutes or less

heart Healthy Recipe: low fat and/or calories

kid-friendly Kid-Friendly: extra nutrition and/or fun!

low-carb Low-Carb: low carbohydrates

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