Pastitsio Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Pastitsio
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (7 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni; 1 pound ground beef or lamb; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups 2% milk; 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Servings: persons

1 package (7 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef or lamb
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, oregano, pepper and, if desired, cinnamon; heat through.
2
Drain macaroni; place half of macaroni in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese. Layer with meat mixture and remaining macaroni. Set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and remaining salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened.
4
Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of the hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in remaining cheese. Pour sauce over macaroni.
5
Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (7 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni, 1 pound ground beef or lamb, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, 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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