Pastitsio

Ingredients

• bucatini or other long pasta250g
• ground beef or lamb250g
• onion, chopped1 piece
• garlic, minced2 clove
• chopped tomatoes.5 cup
• tomato paste1 tbsp
• red wine.25 cup
• Spices (cinnamon, cloves)As needed
• For the béchamel sauce:As needed
• butter2 tbsp
• all-purpose flour2 tbsp
• milk1 cup
• egg, beaten1 piece
• Grated cheese for toppingAs needed

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Cook bucatini or other long pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little olive oil and grated cheese.

2. 2

   Step 2

   For the meat sauce, sauté chopped onions and garlic, then add ground beef or lamb and cook until browned.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, and spices like cinnamon and cloves. Simmer until the sauce thickens.

4. 4

   Step 4

   For the béchamel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to make a roux, then gradually add warm milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens. Stir in a beaten egg and grated cheese.

5. 5

   Step 5

   In a baking dish, layer half of the pasta, then the meat sauce, and then the remaining pasta.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Pour the béchamel sauce over the top and sprinkle with more grated cheese.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Let it cool slightly before serving.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Pastitsio can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.