GREEK PENNE PASTITSIO
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400. Coat a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- For the casserole, cook penne in a pot of boiling salted water, 2 minutes less than package directions, drain.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium high. Add onions and cook until softened, 3 minutes. Add lamb, olives, pepperoncini, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, cinnamon, and some red pepper flakes; cook, breaking up chunks of lamb with a wooden spoon, until cooked through; about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze skillet with wine; cook until evaporated, 2 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, bring sauce to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes. Season sauce with salt and black pepper, stir in penne, then transfer to prepared dish.
- For the béchamel, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, then add cloves; simmer until thickened; 5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl, add 1/2 cup milk mixture to eggs, then whisk back into milk mixture. Stir in feta and parsley; season béchamel with salt and black pepper. Pour béchamel over penne mixture. Bake pastitsio until bubbly and top is golden, 35 to 40 minutes; let stand 5 minutes before serving.
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Vincent Ndlovu
ndlovu-v@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of lamb, but I loved this pastitsio. The flavors were perfectly balanced.
Awude Sebastian
sa44@yahoo.comThis recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth the effort. The pastitsio was absolutely delicious!
Mark Moore
m.m@hotmail.co.ukI'm not sure why this recipe is called pastitsio. It doesn't look or taste anything like the pastitsio I'm used to.
Chibuike nnabuchi
nnabuchi.chibuike@yahoo.comThis dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.
Jonathan Lastimosa
lastimosajonathan@aol.comI love the creamy béchamel sauce in this pastitsio. It's the perfect complement to the rich meat sauce.
Mandlenkosi Ndhlovu
mn73@gmail.comThis recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler version next time.
Tristan Baltodano
baltodano9@gmail.comI made this recipe for my Greek grandmother and she said it was the best pastitsio she'd ever had. That's high praise!
Aramo Kurdi
aramo-k@gmail.comThis dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I'll try a lighter version next time.
Lacey Ter Waarbeek
tlacey48@gmail.comI've never made pastitsio before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great and my family loved it!
Abe Sesan
s_abe@hotmail.frThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. It's also a great dish to serve at a party.
Lipe khatun
khatun@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of Greek food, but this pastitsio was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.
T Thanush
t-thanush@yahoo.comThis dish was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It's one of the best pastitsios I've ever had.
Nephi Kavea
kavea.n@aol.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pastitsio turned out dry and crumbly.
Haris muhammad
harismuhammad@aol.comThis recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs and it turned out much better.
Kaddy Camara
k-camara16@hotmail.comI had some trouble finding the right type of pasta, but otherwise this recipe was easy to follow. The pastitsio was delicious!
Coh Panda271
panda271_coh18@aol.comThis dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it.
Rajon Btok
rajon-b41@hotmail.frI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My guests raved about it!
Asad Khan Zada
a_z@aol.comThis recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta.
ROMRO Skwswk
romro.skwswk@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.
Newar Gaming
ngaming35@yahoo.comThis pastitsio was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.