Lasagna Lovers, Try this Mouthwatering Moussaka from Heaven!

If you're a lasagne fan, you will love this Moussaka meal!
But first transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched shores of Greece with this mouthwatering moussaka recipe. Layered with succulent beef and lamb meat, roasted eggplant, and hearty golden potatoes, you get the idea, this dish is a celebration of Mediterranean flavours.
Spiced with aromatic herbs like cinnamon and nutmeg, the savoury meat sauce creates a symphony of tastes that dance like i do on your palate with every bite. Topped with a luscious béchamel sauce, each forkful of this comforting casserole delivers creamy richness and indulgence.
Perfect for busy days, this recipe offers the convenience of batch cooking, allowing you to freeze individual portions for quick and delicious meals on the go.
Whether you're a meat and potatoes aficionado or simply craving a taste of authentic Greek cuisine, this moussaka is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for more.
🐕 Rest in Peace Whiskey, my beautiful puppy boy who brought us so much joy. 🌷
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[@deerock6846]

That empty doorway broke my heart. My condolences, he was a gorgeous dog. I'm really going to miss him

[@wildestsquirrelwildestsqui5020]

Poor hooman had the 🥺💔 look when he looked at the doorway & Whiskey wasn't there.

[@moonmist9]

Ohh I didn't know about Whiskey! 😥RIP gentle friend.

[@glendiejohnson9203]

AWWWW! The empty doorway. Now I'm crying with you! All dogs DO go to Heaven, Joel!

[@sylviay.5863]

same here 🥹

[@dibyadipankarroy]

Welcome back Chef Joel. That beautiful soul is always with us.

[@LilyOrtiz-o8b]

You made me cry… we really miss him but his spirit is there with you and he is happy in heaven….keep praying for both of you my dear chef🫠

[@deejejey9712]

Whiskey will always be in our hearts 😊

[@M-a-k-o]

You sound as if he's not among us😨

[@marynadobrovytska7150]

@@M-a-k-o He's not... Read the description :(

[@SurprisedDachshund-tz2dy]

​@@M-a-k-o whiskey is no more..

[@M-a-k-o]

@@SurprisedDachshund-tz2dy Oh no😭

[@harrodsfan]

@@M-a-k-o I am shocked. The videos won't be the same without Whiskey. Rip love

[@maryrusso8417]

Seeing the empty doorway resulted in a cathartic flood of tears for all those loved and lost, knowing that, in time, warm memories will replace the emptiness and grief...

[@amyoung101]

The tears at the doorway. I understand the pain of having a loved one cross the rainbow bridge. He’ll never be gone from your heart and his memory will live on in all of us ❤

[@jacquelinep9340]

Hello my favorite Chef so good to see you back sharing your delicious dishes , rest easy beautiful Whiskey ❤

[@M-a-k-o]

As a Greek I endorse this recipe, Joel🏆 Some Moussaka versions leave out the potatoes for even more eggplants. There is also a Zucchini Moussaka variation but is less popular. Instead of a bechamel sauce one can use a Greek joghurt sauce with eggs, cheese etc. It's very light and originates in the Greek island of Thasos. Me and my family are very sad that Whiskey is gone😭💔

[@Konsens.Stoerer]

Danke für deine Tipps. Hast du ein Rezept für die Soße die in Thasos verwendet wird?

[@M-a-k-o]

@@Konsens.Stoerer Ja, gerne. Anbei die Zutaten für die Joghurtsauce: 400 g 10%iger griechischer Joghurt ½ TL Muskatnusspulver ½ - 1 TL Salz ½ - 1 TL Pfeffer 100 g Kefalotýri-, oder Graviéra-Käse (erstatzweise Parmesan) 2 Eier Viel Spaß beim Nachkochen😃

[@Konsens.Stoerer]

@@M-a-k-o Thank you very much! Ευχαριστώ πολύ! Dankeschön!

[@M-a-k-o]

@@Konsens.Stoerer Sehr gerne. Grüße.

[@75DrummerBoy]

R.I.P. Whisky you will be missed in the videos. Beautiful tribute to him at the end.

[@RockingChairRebel]

😢😢 Watching you from Northern California and think of you often after hearing about Whiskey. Grief is a solitary journey that each of us travel at different times in our lives. It's a slow path and difficult to traverse at times, but somewhere at sometime, the dark clouds will slowly start to lift. God bless you, Joel. You are well loved and thought of.

[@sylviay.5863]

i love this ❤ had to copy and save it. thank you for your beautiful kind words.

[@RockingChairRebel]

@@sylviay.5863 😘

[@Akasha0777]

Beautiful recipe! Being Greek, I approve! May I suggest you start with the potatoes on the bottom layer instead of the eggplant? It holds a lot better that way.

[@MaggieHighlyFavoured]

Glad to have you back Chef Joel.😊 love that receipe. Really was not ready for that shot of the empty doorway. That special baby will always be in our hearts. God bless.

[@MDeLorien]

Same here, 😢

[@mariajeffery5742]

😢😢😢

[@Sama.Mustaffa.Mousa9094]

I feel very strange that there's no Whiskey... I almost waiting to see him, my heart sank at the end when you looked at his usual place and it was empty, I really couldn't stand it, I think I collapsed, He truly left a big void in our hearts💛... But It's a very happy surprise to have you back Chef Joel, It's so great to cook.. Cooking will make you overcome some of your deep sadness and I hope you are better now... Thank you so much for your return, which has lit up this KZbin and this world again🌷💖

[@fafasedareloaded1558]

Me too... Waiting to see him drooling but nothing... Then I understood... I was always expecting to see him at the end of the videos...

[@chedvah623]

This looks scrumptious!!! The end caught me a little off guard - almost starting tearing up. Truly a void - he'll forever be in your heart.

[@coolabah-blue]

Hi Joel, I have been thinking of you knowing how much pain you’re feeling, you made me cry 😢 when you went to the place that Whiskey always stood politely waiting for his treat. I truly know how much pain you are feeling, it never goes away.Hugs.❤🇺🇸🇦🇺

[@BillyBoy66]

My first taste of moussaka was in Corfu, Greece, at a restaurant on top of a hill overlooking the Mediterranean at sunset. I thought I was in heaven! Yours looks even better! And even though I'm mostly Keto now, I'm not leaving you, buddy! Best channel on YT. And Joel, the empty doorway says it all. I know you miss him. Praying you find peace. Your friend, Bill.

[@recipe30]

Appreciate the SuperThanks BB, thank you so much! Corfu Greece? What a great place to have your first Moussaka! Thank you for being such a loyal follower and contributor. Cheers, Joel.

[@BillyBoy66]

@@recipe30 You got it, buddy!

[@mso8190]

Glad to see you staying strong, Chef. We all miss Whisky 🐕

[@markRkram]

The empty spot at the end brought us to tears. I was hoping he'd be there but.... I'm so so sorry for your loss. Whisky was a wonderful and beautiful boy and I will miss seeing him in your videos. Lot's of love...and take care.

[@hansdampf4055]

"No matter how big or small the paws are that accompanied us ...they leave traces for eternity in our hearts." I'm really sorry for whiskey. He was the icing on the cake at the end of every clip.

[@chefmike9945]

Whiskey was certainly a beloved aspect of your channel. He will be deeply missed. I'm sure for you and your household, it's a tremendous loss. Joel, you provided a wonderful life for Whiskey. The lovely Greek dish reminded me of my San Francisco area Greek chef friends from decades ago, who taught me this recipe. Your's is every bit as authentic. Blessings, chefmike.

[@goodgoodshuntngi]

最後、泣いちゃう😂 飼い主さんと一緒に過ごされてとても幸せだったと思います。

[@FrancesErickson]

My heart hurts for you. I know the pain and just seeing that empty door hurting my heart. Thank you for sharing him with us. I am so glad you were back.

[@sanaad9122]

Thank you and sorry for your loss.A Magnificent companion watching over you like an angel. Take care!

[@wynixqueen6067]

I'm so sorry for your loss of your beautiful puppy. I didn't know. Iconic and gorgeous and still with you in spirit. thank you for your videios. He was such a big part of them as well. Keep smiling and never forget his happy face.

[@tombithecat4664]

Oh the last scene is heartbreaking😢

[@mrlololoula]

I am Greek and I have to say that is a VERY beautiful (one of the best I've seen) Moussaka, bravo!...

[@andreaharmon9097]

😢 Your tribute to Whiskey made me cry. Such a great friend! We will miss seeing him so much!!

[@bounyahakvorasane5273]

RIP Whiskey. You will be in our hearts. Take care Joel. Whiskey will always be with you. Didi from Laos

[@paulgs3273]

I'm terribly sorry for your loss... but I couldn't be happier to see you back. Now I'll make some moussaka for dinner. Thank you for such a simple, yet beautiful recipe!!

[@stephenstevenson1900]

My deepest sympathies Chef. Whiskey was a beautiful dog! Thank you for sharing him with us.

[@noweternity3101]

We know the grief of losing a beloved dog 😥 sincere sympathy to you. Whiskey is in Heaven now, beautiful, sweet dog. ❤

[@sft3761]

My heart hurts..to see the empty doorway..wow..missing my own lil doggie too. My Sophie and Whiskey are playing joyfully together..running free💕💕💕

[@lilsee4749]

Dear Tinka 4 years passed in December . I miss you so much . Whisky was a beautiful dog . Thank you for coming back my favourite chef .

[@elaineb5568]

Sending many hugs from Florida to our dearest Joel ❤❤❤

[@recipe30]

Thanks so much Elaine, it really means a lot! Much love! ❤❤❤ Joel.

[@elaineb5568]

Absolutely Joel, Whiskey and you are like family to all of us ❤️❤️❤️

[@kathyp.9507]

One of the BEST dishes on the planet🌎. Peace and Love ☮️❤️ from sunny 🌅 Greece 🏖️🇬🇷

[@talitavermaak5214]

So sorry for your loss. He is missed. He was such a joy! It is such a blessing for me to have animals, but that love also leaves us so vulnerable...

[@captainexistence]

Sending all our love and support, Lisa and Eric from Ireland ❤🇮🇪

[@marysakal2845]

I feel your sadness, we lost our fur baby last year. They're in Heaven waiting. Prayers. 🙏♥️

[@Tatjana_Art]

You are back and I know Whiskey will be always with you. Greetings from Croatia 🇭🇷 ❤

[@IuliaSandor-z3l]

We miss him too great recipe,he will not be forgotten

[@elenkoumbarouli2514]

Wishkey is watching you making this yummy moussaka! Love from Greece❤

[@stargazer3887]

Yes, exactly the original from my grandmother! The perfect moussaka! My best memory of my mother too! Our best Sundays with the family! Thanks!!

[@tracyp444]

Instant tears at your glance at the doorway...😢 hoping you are finding all our love and support a comfort ...❤❤

[@daniellashaw1661]

Oh no! I’m so sorry for your loss. Whiskey was such a beautiful pup. I loved watching his beautiful face as he would watch you from the doorway. He always put a smile on my face. Rest in peace Whisky. 😢😢😢

[@marinabaranyi6560]

So pleased you’re back Chef Joel. What a tear jerking end, brought a tear to my eye. Whiskey was blessed to have found you. You gave him such a wonderful life 🐶 🙏

[@carlmullerlane]

Well said. Agree completely. I was incredibly saddened by the ending also. Can't even imagine how painful a time it must be for Joel right now. Just gave my very sweet Bowie a big hug & kiss after watching this, in memory of Whiskey. RIP Whiskey. You will be greatly missed by MANY. 😢🐶❤

[@marinabaranyi6560]

@@carlmullerlane that’s lovely Carl ❤️

[@carlmullerlane]

@@marinabaranyi6560 Thank you. Appreciate that. ☺

[@lupu_lu]

Best chef on youtube. I'm italian, and my wife is greek. Your recipes always hit home for us. Thank you.

[@NowheresGirlZ]

Yesterday, we lost our 4lb toy poodle. She lived 19 years and 3 months. We cried for her and for Whiskey.

[@sharongillesp]

No butter, no cheese sauce and no meat. Tried a healthier version replacing cheese sauce with small dollops of cottage cheese, meat replaced with extra-firm crumbled tofu, chopped vegetables all sautéed together with EVOO, and a small square of dark chocolate into the tomato sauce to give it a deep richness & cut its bitterness! Assembled! Yummy😋 Would have LOVED your version when I was 30 years younger ☺️

[@mariannetherissetorres1960]

I know it hurts❤, we love him the way we love you. May God give you the comfort you need. We are here for you too. And as always keep on cooking delicious food. I’ll try to make the lasagna for Memorial Day in Whisky’s memory.❤❤❤

[@sashineb.2114]

Thank you for the recipe, and I'm so sorry to read about the loss of your dear friend. So many of us know what it's like, and I wish you the best at this difficult time.

[@rhondawalker1317]

Oh Joel I’m so so sorry for your loss…looking at your doorway brought me to tears…Whiskey will always be a part of your and our hearts ♥️ 😢

[@fionamort5837]

Glad your back chef hope your well, will miss gorgeous whiskey looking round the door, God bless 🙏🌹❤️☘️

[@arlenemcdonald224]

How blessed you were to have each other ❤

[@ellenmoss444]

Whiskey was such a beautiful dog, and you were very lucky to have had him for as long as you did. ❤❤

[@NatalieCWilliams]

Chef, really great to see you. Another winning recipe! Thanks Chef. 😊 My Whiskey 😢 He's there though, in his spot 🥺😔 Always will be ❤

[@paulaadams5292]

My Heartfelt Condolences😢Love watching him,such a handsome and well mannered boy,May he rest in peace❤

[@oksanaamber4454]

It is a new dish for me. I love all ingredients, can't wait to try. Dear Whiskey, your daddy still creating the best dishes! We miss you❤

[@adelaidecarlton5767]

Hi Joel thanks for the video it must be hard to focus at the moment Beautiful Whiskey was always my favourite part I miss him at the end of each video my condolences to you and your family ❤

[@siomaraalonso361]

Oh my goodness dear Joel! Now I understand why I didn't see new posts from you recently. You (and us, thanks to you) were blessed by the gift of a sweet spirit and gentle soul named Whisky. I am sure that many of us will revisit a lot of your recipes if only to see him. Fly high dear Whisky and pat Joel from Heaven every once in a while. ❤

[@iraidahammoud529]

Condolences for Whiskey. From the caribbean our dear Chef.

[@therenaissanceredneck8825]

I'm just now watching this video. When you panned to the door and Whiskey wasn't there, my heart went into my stomach. 😢 Whiskey will always be in your heart and ours. Every time you post a video we will think of him, you, and the amazing bond you had…❤❤❤

[@lynwilson5385]

Great to see you back, Joel, tears for the empty doorway but I'm sure he's with you in spirit, love and hugs from the Gold Coast

[@yasmeenshabbirhussain989]

Welcome back chef…. WHISKEY is always in our heart.. But today you made us cry me n my son when int the end you turned the camera where whiskey used to stand.. we both cried a lot.😢😢But more power n strenthg to you.. We Love you Whiskey

[@ericcutler5463]

My heart goes out to you my friend. Whiskey was so well trained and wonderful. I know what it is like to lose a friend like that. May Whiskey be having even more fun in the Heavens!❤😢

[@jonpatrick4982]

So incredibly heartbroken for you. My wife and I watch your show all the time and suggest it to everyone we know. We always loved the closings with Whiskey. Such a good pup. Hold on to those special memories.

[@elizabethwentz8211]

My heart just broke for you. You will always remember your sweet Whiskey, those are warm memories. Glad you can still cook and that recipe looks fabulous!!🥰 Hang in there!

[@susankara7520]

My tears cannot stop.😢 my ❤ is breaking for you. God bless Whiskey and you also for sharing your lives with us.🙏

[@catherinecheong8367]

Welcome back Chef! Whiskey will always be in our hearts.

[@danient8734]

I'm glad your back Chef, God Bless you! ❤

[@traceyb8771]

So sad to see that empty doorway where we are so used to seeing the beautiful Whisky. Sending you a big warm hug 🤗

[@SMakhdoom]

Rest in peace Whiskey, I never met him, yet I loved him so much! his stare was so beautiful.

[@SriMuchtar-w8h]

I'm from Indonesia. Mousaka its really delicious and I like it so much. Some years a go when I when to Greece, Athens, many times I eat mousaka and other Greek foods.

[@natashafrance717]

Can somebody stop cutting the bloody onions around me 😢 ….lovely to see you back dude, can’t imagine how hard this was, he was with you in spirit… hats off to you sir ❤️

[@MihaelaBotea52]

glad to see You again! I'am sorry You lost him, we loved him from a distance too. ❤

[@cristinaxo]

We all miss him too!! And will always think of him when watching your videos ❤

[@madball80]

The ending is so heartbreaking 💔 it's killing me as an owner of an 11 year old three legged dog 😪 Rest in peace Whisky

[@sylviay.5863]

🥹🫶🏼

[@LibraCY]

Τελειότητα! Α loved comfort food at the right time.. welcome back chef. In my greek family we dont boil the potatoes, we just frie them and we use them at the bottom, before the aubergines. It somehow makes the mousaka tower more steady and they keep some crunchiness. We also use cephalograviera or kefalotyri instead of parmesan.

[@rajalakshmiravinuthala2887]

Excellent ❤❤❤ so much love to you chef.. we can feel your pain so much throughout... extending warm hugs to you.. whiskey will always be loved by all of us

[@k2sbyparionazi636]

This Mousaka is just scrumptious

[@ahrdecoba]

A big hug from Ecuador, the empty doorway made me cry.

[@lanbet]

I bet your moussaka will cheer everyone up. It looks divine. ❤

[@bz3548]

Oh, Joel, tears run down from my eyes when you looked😢 at the Emty 😢entrance door😭. You and Whiskey became to be part of my home. Know that he will be in my heart forever. R.I. P. Beautiful Whiskey 🐕. Thank you for coming back Joel, I can’t imagine how hard it is, but you have tons of people, like me, who will never meet you in person, yet, you’re part of our lives. Blessings 🙏❤️

[@VickySwindoll]

Love moussaka ❤

[@priscillalemarie7557]

IMPRESSIVE!

[@cathiefarr9698]

I’m so sorry to hear about Whiskey. He was such a sweet and beautiful dog. You’ll see him again someday. ❤❤

[@bluefox2687]

i will always remember whiskey it must of been so difficult for you to do the video without him but at. least his at rest from all he went through may God bless you and take care im from South Africa but I always still enjoy watching your cooking... and trying out the. different RECIPES 🤗I

[@m.a.kalansooriya3497]

Welcome back chef❤ So sad about departure of your puppy 🐕 😭 RIP

[@anandasen4554]

Whiskey will always be with you.❤

[@mercedesgarcia3911]

Chef Joel, your pal Whiskey is going to be missed so much, such a good boy, remember all dogs go to Heaven it is so hard to let go, RIP big guy

[@marcellinodadon1103]

_...that's the most beautiful moussaka i've ever seen...and the crust!..._ 🤤...

[@recipe30]

Cheers Marcel!

[@rohitbavdekar-wh5xu]

A bit late, but out condolences on your loss of Whiskey. His pre, inter and post expressions were fabulous (like a sous sous chef watching the master). My wife and daughter would always watch your uploads for Whiskey, I would watch the rest of the upload

[@konstantinosverdis9993]

One of the ultimate taste of the world if you have it in vilage.this. Is not food this is chemistry this is healthy .cold or warm. This is taste .this is life

[@emilyng6972]

Welcome back our favourite Chef Joel! We all miss your adorable Whiskey ❤️

[@MARIAVPGOMEZ]

gave thumbs up before watchin the recepy !

[@joll427]

Welcome back Chef!!! Thank you so much for your amazing work ❤ hope you are okay now❤

[@debbiezullo7056]

Joel you and Whiskey are in my thoughts and prayers. The bond you shared was so apparent. I’m truly sorry for your loss.💔 From Southern California with much love , Debbie

[@recipe30]

Thank you so much Debbie, it has been really painful, one day at a time. Your words and SuperThanks mean a lot. 💔💔

[@debbiezullo7056]

@@recipe30 you’re welcome 💔🌹💔

[@claudiamontero3379]

My condolences. I too lost my beautiful boy a year ago and know the pain that comes from losing a loved companion and family member. The pain never goes away but slowly, it will transform itself into memory. Rest in Peace , Whiskey 🙏

[@kemalcelik7043]

Whiskey is all time the puppy in my Heart. Thank you so much. Stay healthy

[@rosetteesthermujuzi2572]

*This meal has all the favorites in one 'pot'* Thank you so much for the beautiful twist on this recipe 💖🌹✨🙏

[@CandyVincent-r4s]

Glad to have you back. I have kept and will keep you and your family in my prayers Joel it'll be hard to watch without whiskey but I have been watching you for a year and I love your recipes I made your lasagna last night it was awesome. I love reading the comments about you and whiskey. Lots of people love and respect you. God you made me cry looking at the door. I could see whiskey standing there to Hugs from Texas