Lamb, Rosemary and Eggplant Pastitsio

Prep: 30 minutes

Cook: 25 minutes

Makes: 1 family bake

Serves: 4-6

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Recipe by: Foodbank

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Lamb, Rosemary and Eggplant Pastitsio

Ingredients:

1 large eggplant (500g)

1/4 cup olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

500g lamb mince

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

400g can crushed tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato paste

145g Continental Value Pack Pasta & Sauce Creamy Bacon Carbonara

1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Method:

Lightly grease an ovenproof baking dish (8-cup capacity)
Trim top and base of eggplant. Cut lengthways into 12 slices (approx 1/2cm thick). Brush evenly with 2 tablespoons of the oil
Heat a large, non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Add eggplant in three batches. Cook, for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until tender. Remove
Heat remaining oil in same, clean frying pan. Add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally over a medium heat, until soft. Add lamb and rosemary. Cook, stirring to break up mince, for about 5 minutes, or until browned
Add tomatoes and paste. Gently boil, stirring occasionally, for about 10, or until thickened
Prepare Pasta & Sauce according to stovetop directions on packet
To assemble, arrange half the eggplant slices over base of prepared baking dish, in a single layer. Top with lamb mixture, then remaining eggplant slices. Spoon over pasta. Spread evenly. Sprinkle with cheese
Cook in a hot oven (200°C) for about 25 minutes, or until top is golden brown. Stand 20 minutes