greek lasagna ...(pastitsio)

Name: GREEK LASAGNA ...(PASTITSIO)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 8 ounce(s) elbow macaroni, ..cooked; 1-1/2 pound(s) ground beef; 1 large onion.....chopped fine; 1 clove(s) garlic.....chopped fine; 1 can(s) diced tomatos; 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt, and pepper... each; 1/4 teaspoon(s) dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon; 3 tablespoon(s) butter; 3 tablespoon(s) flour; 1-1/2 cup(s) milk; 1 - egg....beaten; 1/2 cup(s) parmesan cheese

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Nancy J. Patrykus

Spokane, WA

Updated on Jul 21, 2012

My dear freind and Chicago neighbor ROSE, from Greece,gave me her delicious Pastitsio recipe. I have made this many times. It has a wonderful combination of cinnamon,oregano, garlic, cheese, and chopped tomatoes. Along with ground meat,pasta, and the added delight of a cream gravy sauce. Family and friends always asked for this recipe. A delish change from Italian Lasagna, to serve your guests. Nancy.7/19/12

Rate

prep time 25 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Bake

yield Family

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow macaroni, ..cooked
1-1/2 pound ground beef
1 large onion.....chopped fine
1 clove garlic.....chopped fine
1 can diced tomatos
1/8 teaspoon salt, and pepper... each
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1-1/2 cup milk
1 - egg....beaten
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

How To Make greek lasagna ...(pastitsio)

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to directions. In a large skillet,cook beef,salt& pepper,onion and garlic on medium heat till meat is no longer pink. Drain.Stir in tomatoes, cinnamon, and oregano. Heat with the meat. .

Step 2

Heat oven to 350F. Grease a 9" square baking pan. Place 1/2 of macoroni into baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the parmesan cheese.
Step 3

Layer meat mixture over the macaroni.
Step 4

Add remaining macaroni over the meat. In a small saucepan, melt the butter, stir in the flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk while stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 5

Stir a small amount of milksauce into the beaten egg.. Return all to the sauce pan. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2 minutes more, stirring constantly.
Step 6

Remove from heat. Stir in remaining cheese. Put this sauce over the top macaroni. Bake uncovered, 30-35 minutes. Untill golden. Let stand for 15 minutes. Cut into squares to serve. Serve and enjoy when ready.
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