Pasticcio Casserole (Omac) Recipe

Name: Pasticcio Casserole (Omac)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base; 3 cups macaroni, cooked (1-1/2 cup raw); 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated; Filling; 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 2 cups mushrooms, sliced; 1 cup onion, chopped; 14 ounces tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon basil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; Topping; 1/3 cup butter; 1/3 cup flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 3 cups milk; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

Base
3 cups macaroni, cooked (1-1/2 cup raw)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Filling
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 cup onion, chopped
14 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3 cups milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Botton Layer: Combine macaroni, eggs and cheese. Spread over bottom of greased 13 x 9 ~ or ~ two 8 x 8 casserole dishes. Set aside.
2
Filling: In a large skillet, cook beef, mushrooms and onion until tender and browned. Drain fat. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings. Simmer, uncovered while preparing topping.
3
Top Layer: In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and nutmeg. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add a bit of the milk mixture to the eggs, stir quickly, then return to the saucepan. Cook over low heat for 1 minute longer.
4
To assemble: Spread meat filling over macaroni. Spread top layer over the filling. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
5
Preheat oven to 350. Cook the casserole for 35 - 40 minutes or until heated through.

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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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base, 3 cups macaroni, cooked (1-1/2 cup raw), 2 eggs, lightly beaten, 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Pasticcio Casserole (Omac) 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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Pasticcio Casserole (Omac)

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