Pork Moussaka

Prep time : --- 45 minutes --- Cooking time : ---45 minutes ---Makes 4 serving

1              can (28 ounces) peeled , reduced-sodium whole tomatoes , drained and coarsely chopped
1              large yellow onion , finely chopped
2              cloves garlic , minced
1/2           teaspoon dried thyme , crumbled
1/2           teaspoon dried oregano , crumbled
1-1/2        teaspoon salt
1/2           teaspoon black pepper
1              pound ground lean pork shoulder
1/2           teaspoon ground cinnamon
1              large eggplant , cut into 1/2-inch rounds
6              tablespoons olive oil
2              tablespoons unsalted butter
2              tablespoons flour
1              cup milk
1              egg , lightly beaten

1.       In a 5 quart saucepan over moderately high heat , bring tomatoes , onions , garlic , thyme , oregano , 1 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to boil . Reduce the heat to moderately low and simmer , uncovered , stirring occasionally  for 20 minutes .

2 .       Meanwhile , in a large skillet over moderate heat , saute pork in its own fat until brown ---about 20 minutes . Stir pork into tomato sauce , add cinnamon and set aside .

3 .       Preheat broiler . Brush both sides of eggplant generously with oil , place on baking sheet in a single layer , and broil about 4 inches from the heat , in batches if necessary , for 5 minutes on each side . Set aside .

4 .         Preheat the oven to 350*F . Arrange 1 layer of eggplant in an ungreased 8"x8"x2" baking dish and top with 1 1/4 cups meat sauce . Repeat layers twice .

5 .       In a medium-size saucepan over moderate heat , melt butter . Blend in flour and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt . Gradually whisk in milk to make a white sauce and cook , whisking constantly , until thickened --- about 3 to 5 minutes . Whisk 2 tablespoons white sauce into egg , stir back into pan , and whisk until smooth .

6 .       Pour white sauce over moussaka and bake uncovered , until bubbling and lightly brown --- about 40 minutes . Let stand 10 minutes before serving .

Tip : Serve with a salad and your dinner is ready --- it's also heart healthy .