Meat And Macaroni Pie - Pastitsio Recipe

Name: Meat And Macaroni Pie - Pastitsio
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente or 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked; 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided); 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 onion, chopped finely; 1 -2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 1/2 lbs chopped meat (lamb or beef); 14 ounces diced seasoned tomatoes; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/4 cup sliced pitted olive, chopped; salt and pepper; 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 1/2 cups of grated cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente or 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 onion, chopped finely
1 -2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 lbs chopped meat (lamb or beef)
14 ounces diced seasoned tomatoes
1 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup sliced pitted olive, chopped
salt and pepper
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups of grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1
Toss pasta with 1 tablespoon oil and garlic powder.
2
In a large frying pan, saute the onion and garlic in a 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the meat and brown.
3
Add the tomatoes ,tomato sauce, salt, pepper, oregano and parsley. Simmer until cooked through and the mixture has the consistency of a sauce.
4
Using a greased oven proof dish, layer the cooked spaghetti and the meat mixture in the dish.
5
Heat the butter, flour in microwave oven to make a paste about 30 seconds.
6
Whisk eggs into milk. Add to roux and whisk to mix together. Micro 2 minutes. Whisk and micro 2 more minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Stir in grated cheddar cheese. Pour over the casserole. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top.
8
Bake for 45 minutes at 350u00b0F.

991

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente or 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked, 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided), 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 onion, chopped finely, and more.

Yes, Meat And Macaroni Pie - Pastitsio falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meat And Macaroni Pie - Pastitsio

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Variations & substitutions

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