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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kumrun Naher Lima
[email protected]I thought this pastitsio was good, but not great. The flavors were good, but the pasta was a bit overcooked. I would probably try a different recipe next time.
seven40seven
[email protected]This pastitsio was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the béchamel sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Sanju Saji
[email protected]I thought this pastitsio was just okay. The flavors were a bit too strong for my taste and the pasta was a little dry. I would probably not make this again.
Osim Ansari
[email protected]This pastitsio was a bit of a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the pasta was overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong. I won't be making this again.
Muhammad Rafaqat
[email protected]I've made this pastitsio recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The flavors are amazing and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!
kingprezz mncube
[email protected]This pastitsio was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the rich flavors and the creamy béchamel sauce. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Mijanur R. Miraj
[email protected]This pastitsio was easy to make and turned out great! The flavors were delicious and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Sharon Baba
[email protected]I thought this pastitsio was good, but not great. The flavors were good, but the pasta was a bit overcooked. I would probably try a different recipe next time.
Fox kay Muti leon
[email protected]This pastitsio was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the béchamel sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Shomidul Islam16
[email protected]I thought this pastitsio was just okay. The flavors were a bit too strong for my taste and the pasta was a little dry. I would probably not make this again.
Dustin Smith
[email protected]This pastitsio was a bit of a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the pasta was overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong. I won't be making this again.
Obilor Marvelous
[email protected]I've made this pastitsio recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The flavors are amazing and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!
Kelli Davis
[email protected]This pastitsio was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the rich flavors and the creamy béchamel sauce. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Sabitra Gautam
[email protected]This was my first time making pastitsio, and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the dish was ready in no time. I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and the béchamel sauce was especially delicious. I w
Kashif Sultan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but this pastitsio was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new Greek dish to try.
Morgan Mcmillstone
[email protected]This pastitsio recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. The flavors are rich and complex, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.