
Layers of tender roasted eggplant cradle a warmly spiced lamb ragu, all smothered in a lusciously smooth béchamel that browns to a nutty, golden crown—comfort elevated into a celebratory casserole. Each bite reveals savory contrasts: tangy tomato, fragrant cinnamon, and the mellow richness of baked cream and cheese.
3 eggplant, about 1 to 1¼ lb each, cut into 1/3-inch rounds
2 tsp kosher salt
1 cup olive oil, divided
1 ½ lb ground lamb
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
4 clove garlic, minced
1 can crushed tomatoes, 14 oz, no-salt-added
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup dry red wine
1 cup beef broth, low-sodium
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground allspice
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 bay leaf
1 tsp granulated sugar
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 cup whole milk, warmed
2 egg yolks, room temperature
1 cup grated Parmesan, freshly grated, divided
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tbsp butter (for baking dish), for greasing
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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