Garten's Baked Pastitsio - Authentic Greek Pasta Casserole - Recipe By Me

Garten's Baked Pastitsio - Authentic Greek Pasta Casserole - Recipe By Me

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This rich, layered Greek pasta dish combines seasoned beef and lamb with a creamy béchamel topping. The perfect comfort food with Mediterranean flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups low-fat milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan, divided
  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 pound lean ground lamb (or pork as substitute)
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 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, crushed by hand
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 pound ziti or small shell pasta
  • Shredded mozzarella

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