Moussaka

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Eggplant and Lamb

8 garlic cloves, finely grated, divided

½ cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons chopped mint, divided

2 tablespoons chopped oregano, divided

3 medium eggplants (about 3½ pounds total), sliced crosswise into ½-inch-thick rounds

2½ teaspoons kosher salt, plus more

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more

2 pounds ground lamb

2 medium onions, chopped

1 3-inch cinnamon stick

1 tablespoon paprika

1 tablespoon tomato paste

¾ cup dry white wine

1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes

Béchamel and Assembly

6 tablespoons unsalted butter

½ cup all-purpose flour

2½ cups whole milk, warmed

¾ teaspoon kosher salt

4 ounces farmer cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)

2 ounces Pecorino or Parmesan, finely grated (about 1¾ cups), divided

3 large egg yolks, beaten to blend

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