Short Rib Pastitsio Recipe | James Beard Foundation

Short Rib Pastitsio Recipe | James Beard Foundation

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In case you don't have a yia-yia to cook you traditional Greek specialities, chef Chris Christou's pastitsio has you covered.

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Cooking tools:

  • Dutch oven
  • Saute pan
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Pot
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Fork
  • Mixing bowl
  • Plate
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Colander
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Peeler
  • Grater
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Tongs
  • Slotted spoon

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds boneless short ribs
  • Salt and pepper as needed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 quart chicken stock
  • 2 cups red wine
  • One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 6 cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 8 sprigs thyme
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 12 ounces bucatini pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 1 1/2 cups Kefalograviera cheese (grated) or Pecorino Romano
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2 cups warm milk
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 egg

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