Wild Mushroom Pastitsio Recipe

Name: Wild Mushroom Pastitsio
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (8-ounce) packages presliced exotic mushroom blend, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon unsalted butter; 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups 1% low-fat milk; 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided; 4 cups hot cooked fusilli pasta; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (8-ounce) packages presliced exotic mushroom blend, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
4 cups hot cooked fusilli pasta
Cooking spray

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Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; swirl to coat. Add onion and garlic; saute for 3 minutes or until tender. Add mushrooms. Cook for 8 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates. Stir in oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and tomato sauce. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; set aside.
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Combine eggs and parsley in a large bowl. Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sprinkle flour evenly into pan; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk to flour mixture, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; let stand 4 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1 cup cheese. Gradually add hot milk mixture to egg mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Add pasta to milk mixture; toss to combine.
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Spread 2 cups pasta mixture in an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with mushroom mixture. Top with remaining pasta mixture. Cover with foil coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
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Preheat broiler.
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Broil 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Let stand 15 minutes.
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1357

kcal

Calories

Fat

218

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 (8-ounce) packages presliced exotic mushroom blend, chopped, and more.

Yes, Wild Mushroom 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wild Mushroom Pastitsio

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