Pastitsio

Pastitsio

Greek · Recipe

A baked pasta dish with minced meat and béchamel topping.

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About this dish

Greek cuisine

Ingredients

  • 400g pasta (bucatini or penne)
  • 500g minced beef
  • Onion and garlic
  • Tomato paste
  • Cinnamon and nutmeg
  • Béchamel sauce
  • Grated cheese

Description

Often compared to lasagna, Pastitsio features layers of pasta, spiced meat, and creamy sauce.

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta and meat sauce separately.
  2. Layer pasta, meat, and béchamel in a dish.
  3. Bake at 180°C for 40 minutes.