Pastitso
Pastitso is a hearty Greek-inspired baked pasta dish layered with savory meat, creamy sauce, and cheese, perfect for family dinners and comfort food enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Brown the hamburger and chopped onion; drain excess fat.
- Add warm water and tomato paste to the meat mixture; simmer briefly.
- Cook macaroni until al dente; drain.
- Add margarine and American cheese to the cooked macaroni; stir until melted and combined.
- In a separate saucepan, heat milk, 1/2 cup margarine, cornstarch, and water until thickened; then cool.
- Beat eggs until yellow; add seasonings and cheese to the eggs.
- In a 2-quart casserole, layer the meat mixture, macaroni, and sauce.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
735
kcal
37% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).