Shortcut Moussaka

Name: Shortcut Moussaka
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplant about 2 pounds, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/3 cup whole milk; 1 large egg yolk; 3/4 cup grated kefalotiri or Parmesan cheese; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 1 pound ground lamb (or beef); 1 very large onion, finely chopped; 2 cinnamon sticks; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon ground clove; 2 medium tomatoes, cored and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons bread crumbs