INGREDIENTS
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This creamy casserole of pasta and meat is enjoyed throughout Greece.
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FOR THE MEAT SAUCE:
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1⁄3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded,
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and minced
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2 medium yellow onions, minced
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1 lb. ground beef, veal, or pork
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3 oz. dry-cured chorizo, minced
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2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
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1⁄3 cup red wine
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1⁄4 tsp. crushed red chile flakes
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2 fresh or dried bay leaves
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1 2" cinnamon stick
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,
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to taste
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Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
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FOR THE BÉCHAMEL AND PASTA:
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8 tbsp. unsalted butter
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1 cup flour
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4 cups milk
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 eggs, separated
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,
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to taste
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Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
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1lb. No. 2 Greek macaroni, bucatini,
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or elbow macaroni
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2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil