Nikki’S Perfect Pastitsio Recipe

Name: Nikki’S Perfect Pastitsio
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1-1/2 pounds ground sirloin; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/2 cup butter, cubed; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 4 cups 2% milk; 2 large eggs, beaten

Servings: persons

2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 pounds ground sirloin
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups 2% milk
2 large eggs, beaten

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Toss with butter; add grated Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in tomato sauce, salt and cinnamon; heat through. Spoon over pasta. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese.
3
In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
4
In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Pour over beef mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
5
Bake, covered, 20 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes longer or until golden brown.

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* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta, 2 tablespoons butter, melted, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1-1/2 pounds ground sirloin, and more.

Yes, Nikki’S Perfect Pastitsio falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Nikki’S Perfect Pastitsio

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