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How to make Moussaka
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Moussaka is cooked the way every Greek Sunday table cooks it — olive oil used without counting, salt judged by hand, and lemon always within reach. This is the home version, written down the way a Greek family cook actually puts it on the table.
Moussaka is a staple at Greek Sunday tables, a dish that embodies the essence of home cooking. It's prepared with an unmeasured generosity of olive oil, seasoned with a pinch-of-this and a dash-of-that approach, and always with a lemon nearby, just in case. This version is true to the way Greek family cooks have crafted it for generations, each layer assembled with care and tradition. The taste is a harmonious blend of tender eggplant, savory ground lamb, and a hint of cinnamon, all wrapped in a creamy béchamel embrace. The top layer of kefalotyri forms a golden crust, offering a satisfying contrast to the rich and hearty interior. Serve it warm, allowing the flavors to meld and the textures to shine, each forkful a journey to the heart of Greek culinary tradition.
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