How to Make Pastitsio IV - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pastitsio is a traditional Greek dish that is a combination of layers of pasta, ground meat, and creamy béchamel sauce. It is a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers throughout the week. This recipe for Pastitsio IV is a classic version that is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

The dish is often referred to as the Greek version of lasagna, but its unique flavors and ingredients set it apart as a distinct dish. It is of...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ large onion, diced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg yolk

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook garlic, onions and beef until meat is browned; drain fat. Add tomatoes, pepper and oregano. Stir and cook about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese.
  • Lightly coat a casserole or baking dish with olive oil and spread 1/2 the cooked pasta in it. Add the meat sauce and cover with the remaining pasta.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan and blend in flour. Slowly add milk, stirring almost to boiling. In a bowl, blend remaining parmesan cheese and egg yolk and slowly add to the milk sauce, stirring constantly.
  • Pour sauce over macaroni and bake for 30 minutes. Top should be golden and a little crispy.
  • Nutrition

    851 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 149mg
    • Sodium: 751mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 79g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 499mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 590mg