"This Greek-inspired shepherd's pie is made with lamb, eggplant, and oregano. The mashed potato topping gets its Greek flavor from kasseri cheese, a hard, salty cheese. If you can't find kasseri cheese, use Pecorino Romano instead. Finish the dish with a sprinkling of chopped fresh oregano, if desired...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1 1/2-pound eggplant, unpeeled, cut into 3/4-to 1-inch cubes
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Coarse kosher salt
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7 tablespoons (or more) extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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2 pounds well-trimmed boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
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all-purpose flour
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3 cups chopped onions
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1 cup dry white wine
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1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
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3 cups beef broth (preferably organic)
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8 garlic cloves, chopped
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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3/4 cup whole milk
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1 1/4 cups (packed) coarsely grated kasseri cheese* (5 to 6 ounces)