Turkey Pastitsio-Low Fat! Recipe

Name: Turkey Pastitsio-Low Fat!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean turkey, ground; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup red wine or 1 cup stock; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 1/2 cups macaroni; 1 1/4 cups skim milk; 2 tablespoons sunflower margarine; 3 tablespoons plain flour; 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 2 tomatoes, sliced (optional); 4 tablespoons wholemeal breadcrumbs (optional); salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb lean turkey, ground
1 large onion, chopped
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine or 1 cup stock
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups macaroni
1 1/4 cups skim milk
2 tablespoons sunflower margarine
3 tablespoons plain flour
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 tomatoes, sliced (optional)
4 tablespoons wholemeal breadcrumbs (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Preheat the oven to 220/425/Gas 7.Fry the turkey and onion in a large non-stick pan without fat,stirring until lightly browned.
2
Stir in the tomato paste,red wine/stock and cinnamon.Season,then cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
3
Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until just tender,then drain.Layer with the meat mixture in a wide oven proof dish.
4
Place the milk,margarine and flour into a saucepan and whisk over a moderate heat until thickened and smooth.Add nutmeg and season to taste.
5
Pour the sauce evenly over the pasta and meat.Arrange the tomato slices on top and sprinkle lines of breadcrumbs over the surface.
6
Bake for 30-35 mins,or until golden and bubbling.

414

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean turkey, ground, 1 large onion, chopped, 4 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 cup red wine or 1 cup stock, and more.

Yes, Turkey Pastitsio-Low Fat! falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Turkey Pastitsio-Low Fat!

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