Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. 1 large eggplant, sliced and unpeeled (2 lb)
2. 1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef
3. 1 (22 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
4. 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
5. 1 tablespoon salt
6. pepper
7. 1/4 teaspoon clove
8. 2 crushed garlic cloves
9. 2 medium onions, sliced (or chopped)
10. 2 -3 tablespoons melted butter
Directions:
1. Lay out slices of eggplant on a large platter, and sprinkle with salt.
2. Let sit for approx 1/2 an hour.
3. Drain off water.
4. Brown meat and onions.
5. Add garlic, cook and stir for another minute, then drain.
6. Combine tomatoes with remaining seasonings.
7. Butter a casserole.
8. Layer half beef mixture, eggplant, tomatoes.
9. Repeat.
10. Cover.
11. Bake in an 450°F oven for 1 hour.
Enjoy your meal!