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Mushroom Moussaka
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Mushroom Moussaka

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Mushroom Moussaka is a deeply comforting vegetarian take on a Mediterranean classic, layering tender aubergine with a rich tomato and mushroom filling seasoned with warming herbs and spice. The mushroom base brings savoury depth and a satisfying bite, giving the dish all the heartiness you expect from a proper oven bake. It is finished with a silky béchamel-style topping that turns golden as it bakes, adding creamy contrast to the robust vegetable layers beneath.

Each spoonful balances sweet tomato notes, earthy mushrooms and soft roasted aubergine, making it ideal for cosy family dinners or make-ahead meals. Serve it with a crisp green salad or simple roasted vegetables for a complete plate. Leftovers reheat beautifully, and the flavour often deepens the next day.

Method

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  1. Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Prepare the base filling in a pan and cook until well seasoned and slightly thickened.
  3. Layer the filling and topping components in the dish, finishing with the top layer evenly spread.
  4. Bake until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
  5. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Ingredients

  • 500 g Chestnut Mushrooms finely chopped
  • 450 ml Milk warm
  • Black Pepper, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 tbsp Tomato purée
  • 2 Aubergines sliced
  • 35 g Butter
  • 1 Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 400 ml Tomato Passata
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 35 g Plain Flour
  • 80 g Cheddar grated
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano

Notes

Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.

Roasting the aubergine first keeps the bake from becoming watery.

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