GREEK PASTITSIO

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Ever since I can remember , this was always my favourite dish. Kids ABSOLUTELY love it you just won't get enough of it!!!

Provided by Nikkilt3 lt14gt

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 1 large dish, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

750 g pasta, size 2
750 g minced meat
100 ml olive oil
1 cup beef stock
2 large onions, finely chopped
5 garlic cloves, crushed
2 fresh tomatoes, diced or 500 g tomato puree
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 handful mixed herbs
3 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
pepper
1 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1200 ml milk
2 eggs
1 cup mizithra cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg

Steps:

  • MEAT SAUCE
  • Saute Onions in Oil and add Minced Meat
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer on low for 45 minute.
  • Remove Cinnamon Sticks.
  • BECHAMEL SAUCE.
  • Heat Oil, add Flour, stir and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add Milk very gradually stirring all the time.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cool a little and add eggs.
  • Then add Mitzithra and Nutmeg.
  • Place ½ the Macaroni into a dish and salt a little.
  • Add Minced Meat and then the rest of Macaroni.
  • Pour Bechamel Sauce on top.
  • Sprinkle with Mitzithra.
  • Bake at 180C for 45 minuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893, Fat 48.4, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 104.6, Sodium 850.7, Carbohydrate 81.6, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5, Protein 32

Samrao Hs
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This is the best pastitsio recipe I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


ANAS BIN SIRAJDEEN
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but this pastitsio was really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


John Serio
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This pastitsio recipe is a keeper! It's so flavorful and comforting. I can't wait to make it again.


AM Production
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The pastitsio was a bit bland for my taste, but it was still a good recipe.


K Kale
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I've never made pastitsio before, but this recipe made it easy and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jonathan Popejoy
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This is my go-to pastitsio recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


hirdesh brj
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pastitsio didn't turn out as good as I hoped. Maybe I'll try it again sometime.


Semisi Tai
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The pastitsio was easy to make and turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Sabrina Brown
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This pastitsio is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rolex Otieno
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I'm not a huge fan of pastitsio, but this recipe was pretty good.


Anismar Kiki
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The pastitsio was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Hani King
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This is the best pastitsio recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Alex Azad
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I made this pastitsio for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Hybee TEK
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The pastitsio was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavors were still good.


Z3 Gaming
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I've made this pastitsio recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Anti Stupidity
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This pastitsio recipe is a winner! The flavors are amazing and it's easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. My family loved it!


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