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Pastitsio

Pastitsio is one of Greece's most beloved baked pasta dishes, layered with a rich, spiced meat sauce and a creamy béchamel sauce. Its origins can be traced back to Italian lasagna, but the Greek cuisine has enriched it with unique flavors. This dish is often served at family dinners or festive occasions, as it is both filling and delicious. It's the perfect choice if you want to prepare something special for a weekend lunch.

Prep Time 30 min
Preparation 35 min
Total 1 hr 5 min
650 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 6
⭕ 500 g Ground meat (beef or lamb)
⭕ 300 g Pasta (penne or ziti)
⭕ 1 Onion
⭕ 3 cloves Garlic
⭕ 400 ml Tomato sauce
⭕ 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
⭕ 1 tsp Dried oregano
⭕ 500 ml Béchamel sauce (butter, flour, milk)
⭕ 100 g Grated Parmesan cheese
⭕ 3 tbsp Olive oil
⭕ 2 tsp Salt
⭕ 1 tsp Black pepper
⭕ 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.

    2

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and garlic until softened. Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.

    3

    Pour in the tomato sauce and season with cinnamon, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

    4

    Prepare the béchamel sauce: melt the butter in a saucepan, whisk in the flour, and gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Season with salt, nutmeg, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook until thickened.

    5

    Spread the cooked pasta evenly in the bottom of a baking dish. Pour the meat sauce over the pasta. Top with the béchamel sauce and sprinkle with the remaining grated Parmesan cheese.

    6

    Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

    7

    Let the pastitsio rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve hot with a fresh salad.