Preparation time is 10minutes
Cook time is 45minutes
Total time is 55minutes
Serve is for 4 people
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Difficulty level: 3 out of 4
18 Ingredients
- 1/3 cup plain flour
- 2 1/2 cup milk
- 60grams butter
- 1 brown onion, finely chopped
- 1/2teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1teaspoons dried oregano
- 400grams can diced tomatoes
- 750milliliter Wine option: Cat Amongst the Pigeons Shiraz
- 300grams macaroni
- 500grams lamb mince
- 1 egg, whisked
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 4 cups green salad
- 1 cup tasty cheese, shredded
- 2tablespoons tomato paste
- 2tablespoons oil
- 1teaspoons dried basil
- 750milliliter Wine option: South Island Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Nutrition per serving
5600kJ / 1340Cal
5600 Kilojoules or 1340 Calories
64% of daily energy intake*
Protein
50.8grams
Fat
60.2grams
Carbs
79.5grams
Sugars
17.5grams
Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.
Description
Dive into the world of Greek cuisine with our pastitsio recipe. Enjoy the decadent layers of flavour and texture that this dish has to offer. Try it today.
Method
Step 1 of 4
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes or until soft. Add mince and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up lumps, for 4 minutes or until mince is browned. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano and cinnamon. Season. Stir until well combined and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the sauce is thick.
Step 2 of 4
Meanwhile, cook macaroni as per pack instructions. Drain and return to pan. Add the meat sauce and stir to combine. Cover and set aside.
Step 3 of 4
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until well combined. Cook for 1 minute or until bubbly. Add milk in a slow, steady stream, whisking until combined. Continue stirring until mixture comes to the boil. Simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir through half the cheese. Cool for 10 minutes. Stir in egg.
Step 4 of 4
Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease a 10-cup capacity lasagne dish. Transfer pasta mixture to baking dish. Spoon over sauce evenly. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is golden. Serve with salad.
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