GREEK EGGPLANT CASSEROLE - (MELITZANES ME KREAS STI KATSAROLA) RECIPE

Greek Eggplant Casserole - (Melitzanes me kreas sti katsarola) Recipe image

Provided by 5har0n_nguy3n

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large eggplant, cubed
1 8 oz can tomato sauce
1 lb. ground lamb or beef (used QFC seasond lamb patties + plain ground beef)
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
3/4 cup feta cheese
2 tsp salt, divided
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 med red onion, chopped
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Oregano, to taste

Steps:

Bring salted water (1 t salt) to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the eggplant, cover, remove from heat and allow to stand while preparing the rest of the casserole. In a large skillet, brown the meat and add the onion and mushrooms. Continue to saute until vegetables soften. Season with 1 tsp salt, sugar and pepper & oregano (undersalt - eggplant releases some upon cooking). Add tomato sauce and cheese. Drain eggplant and add, mixing well. Place in 3 quart covered casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Optional: remove cover and bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until nicely brown.