Ina Garten's Pastitsio with Rich Flavors - Recipes by Clare

Ina Garten's Pastitsio with Rich Flavors - Recipes by Clare

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Discover Ina Garten's take on pastitsio — baked pasta with meaty tomato sauce, creamy bechamel, and Parmesan for a comforting dish.

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 pound lean ground lamb (can substitute for pork)
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 large cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (28 ounces) San Marzano tomatoes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups low-fat milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan, divided
  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 pound small shells or ziti noodles
  • Shredded mozzarella

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