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.
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muhammad toseef
[email protected]Overall, this was a great recipe. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Hammad Hassan
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The end result was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Amwayne SteveLee
[email protected]I loved the creamy texture of the béchamel sauce. It paired perfectly with the savory turkey and pasta.
Maggie Macharia
[email protected]The pastitsio was a bit dry for my taste. I would add more sauce next time.
WizardCodeXD
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Jeannine Molash
[email protected]I'm not typically a fan of low-fat dishes, but this one was surprisingly good. I would definitely make it again.
Amy Irvin
[email protected]My family loved this dish! It was a great way to use up leftover turkey.
Christopher Mwailo
[email protected]I thought the recipe was a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it turned out much better.
Hameed Ullah Malakzai
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks or dinner parties.
yolanda mckenney
[email protected]The flavors in this dish were amazing. I especially loved the combination of the spices and the tomato sauce.
Ali Syed Ali
[email protected]This pastitsio was easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.
ABUDU ADEBAYO
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the overall dish was very satisfying.
Jena Panis
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the low-fat ingredients made it a healthier option without sacrificing taste.