Best 3 Turkey Pastitsio Low Fat Recipes
Turkey pastitsio is a delicious and flavorful Greek dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a casserole made with layers of pasta, ground turkey, béchamel sauce, and cheese. The traditional recipe for pastitsio is high in fat and calories, but it is possible to make a healthier version using lean ground turkey, low-fat milk, and reduced-fat cheese. This article will provide you with a recipe for a low-fat turkey pastitsio that is just as delicious and satisfying as the traditional version.
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PASTITSIO FOR TWO
This is a fantastic Pastitsio recipe I created from the best of several recipes. It is lower in fat since it uses ground turkey. I often multiply the recipe by four and then freeze three of them...only freezing the bottom two layers. Then I make the sauce fresh before I bake.
Provided by SME_Cook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h25m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Grease a 8" x 8" baking dish (or any smaller casserole dish).
- Add the pasta to a large pan of boiling water; boil, uncovered, until just tender; drain.
- Combine the hot pasta, eggs and cheese in a large bowl; mix well.
- Press into casserole dish.
- To make the meat sauce, heat the oil in a large pan, add the onions and ground turkey and cook, stirring, until the meat is well browned.
- Stir in the tomato puree, beef stock, wine, and spices; simmer uncovered until thick; cool.
- Stir in the egg.
- Layer on top of pasta layer in casserole dish.
- Stop here to freeze or continue to bake and eat immediately.
- To make the topping, melt the butter in a large saucepan and add the flour.
- Stir over low heat until bubbling.
- Remove from the heat and gradually stir in the milk.
- Stir over low heat until the sauce boils and thickens.
- Stir in the cheese and cool slightly.
- Stir in the egg yolks.
- Pour sauce over the meat layer and smooth the surface.
- Sprinkle with the breadcrumbs.
- Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 40 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- You can also freeze it at this point and just reheat the entire dish in the oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1144.2, Fat 57.5, SaturatedFat 24.5, Cholesterol 529.4, Sodium 1305.5, Carbohydrate 83.4, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 9.7, Protein 71.9
LOW FAT PASTITSIO
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Provided by mickeydownunder
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- COOK pasta and DRAIN.
- NOTE: Can be any kind of pasta; I like rigatoni.
- In non stick pan, heat chicken broth and saute onion and mushrooms until soft; ADD ground beef and cook until brown.
- ADD chopped tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, cinnamon.
- STIR until most of the liquid evaporates (About 7 minutes).
- NOTE: Can use 2 400g canned tomatoes as well.
- NOTE: Can use 12 ounces of 10 percent beef and omit mushrooms.
- In same saucepan that pasta was cooked in, COMBINE eggs, milk and cornstarch (also called cornflour).
- CONSTANTLY stir over low heat for 10 minutes.
- REMOVE from heat, add fat free parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
- In large baking dish, LAYER 1/2 pasta, 1/2 tomato sauce then remaining pasta and remaining tomato sauce.
- COVER with white sauce; make sure to cover all pasta.
- BAKE for 35 minutes at 170°C (325F).
- ENJOY!
- NOTE: Taste tomato sauce mixture and adjust to your preference; ie if you do not like that much garlic, use 2 or 3 cloves.
TURKEY PASTITSIO-LOW FAT!
Pastitsio is a traditional Greek dish,usually made with beef. This lighter version is ideal for those who are watching their weight/cholestrol level. I sometimes skip the cinnamon and add in a little chilli powder/chilli flakes for a spicier variation.
Provided by Noo8820
Categories Poultry
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 220/425/Gas 7.Fry the turkey and onion in a large non-stick pan without fat,stirring until lightly browned.
- Stir in the tomato paste,red wine/stock and cinnamon.Season,then cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until just tender,then drain.Layer with the meat mixture in a wide oven proof dish.
- Place the milk,margarine and flour into a saucepan and whisk over a moderate heat until thickened and smooth.Add nutmeg and season to taste.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the pasta and meat.Arrange the tomato slices on top and sprinkle lines of breadcrumbs over the surface.
- Bake for 30-35 mins,or until golden and bubbling.
Tips:
- Use lean ground turkey: This will help to reduce the overall fat content of the pastitsio.
- Choose low-fat cheese: There are many low-fat and fat-free cheeses available that can be used in pastitsio.
- Use whole wheat pasta: Whole wheat pasta is a good source of fiber and nutrients, and it will help to make the pastitsio more filling.
- Add vegetables: Vegetables such as spinach, zucchini, and eggplant can be added to the pastitsio to increase its nutritional value.
- Use a light béchamel sauce: The béchamel sauce is a key component of pastitsio, but it can be made lighter by using low-fat milk and flour.
- Bake the pastitsio until it is golden brown: This will help to ensure that the pastitsio is cooked through and that the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Turkey pastitsio is a delicious and hearty dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make a low-fat version of pastitsio that is just as tasty and satisfying as the traditional dish.
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