Pastitsio

1. 1

   Cook macaroni in a large amount of boiling salted water till just tender; drain.

2. 2

   Combine cooked macaroni, 1 beaten egg,cottage cheese1/4 cup parmesan cheese,set aside.

3. 3

   In skillet cook ground beef and onion till meat is browned and onion is tender; drain off fat.

4. 4

   Stir in tomato sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and oregano; set aside.

5. 5

   For sauce,in saucepan melt butter; stir in flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

6. 6

   Add the milk and chicken broth all at once; cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.

7. 7

   Remove from heat.

8. 8

   Stir in the 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese and nutmeg.

9. 9

   Place half of the macaroni mixture in an 8x8x2 inch baking dish.

10. 10

    Spoon the meat mixture atop; add the remaining macaroni mixture.

11. 11

    Spread the sauce over all.

12. 12

    Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven for 40-45 minutes.

13. 13

    Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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