GREEK PASTITSIO FOR TWO
This is one of my favorite recipes, not only because it's so good, but it only serves 2-3 people, depending on your appetite. My hubby doesn't eat leftovers so I get to eat whatever is left the next day.
Provided by Linda Seide
Categories Pasta
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta; drain and return to pan. Stir in 4-1/2 tsp melted butter, 8 tsp parmesan cheese, 1/2 beaten egg. Reserve other half of beaten egg for later. Set aside.
- 2. Cook ground beef and chopped onion in skillet until meat loses its pinkness and the onion softens. Drain excess fat from pan.
- 3. Stir in tomato sauce, salt, mint flakes if using, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper. Set aside. (The recipe calls for 1/2 can of tomato sauce but I always use a whole can.)
- 4. Melt 2 T butter in a saucepan. Then mix in flour and 1/4 tsp salt. Slowly stir in milk, stirring well after each addition so no lumps form. Cook and stir on medium high until cream sauce starts to thicken. Stir for one more minute; then remove from heat.
- 5. Pour other half of beaten egg into cream sauce, stirring briskly. Blend in remaining parmesan cheese.
- 6. Layer half the pasta in a 2 quart baking dish. Spoon meat mixture over the top, then the remaining pasta. Pour cream sauce over the top to completely cover the pasta.
- 7. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes, or until hot and lightly browned. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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Nkosaithi Logan
[email protected]The pastitsio was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.
Janzab Khan
[email protected]The pastitsio was a bit too dry. I think I'll add some more liquid next time.
David “LIT Dee's Nuts” Smith
[email protected]The pastitsio was a bit too oily for my liking. I think I'll drain the ground beef more thoroughly next time.
Stacey A.
[email protected]This pastitsio was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Aziz Azan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pastitsio, but this recipe was really good. I especially liked the béchamel sauce.
Nakiberu Jackie
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.
Lovinter Akinyi
[email protected]I made this pastitsio for my Greek grandmother and she loved it! She said it was the best pastitsio she'd had in a long time.
Thabani Tee
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I used a plant-based ground beef substitute in this recipe. It turned out great and I didn't miss the meat at all.
Sarah Toolsie
[email protected]This pastitsio is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week for dinner.
Irene Addo
[email protected]I made this pastitsio for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Sajib93 Gaming
[email protected]This is the best pastitsio recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Khatera Shafiq
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pastitsio came out perfect. The flavors were well-balanced and the textures were spot-on. This is a keeper!
Cherise Erasmus
[email protected]This was a delicious and comforting meal. I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The leftovers were even better the next day.
Jafid Haider
[email protected]The pastitsio turned out great! The béchamel sauce was creamy and flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Roman
[email protected]I've never had pastitsio before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the result was delicious. I'll be adding this to my regular rotation of meals.
moureen wachuka
[email protected]This pastitsio was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible and the dish was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.