Authentic Pastitsio (Greek Lasagna)

This is truly a unique dinner recipe that is very different than traditional lasagna!

Pastitsio is a favorite traditional Greek dinner recipe. It’s a Greek version of lasagna- characterized by a white and creamy bechamel sauce used in place of marinara and a hint of cinnamon. And I think you’ll find that this is one of the most delicious dinner recipes you’ve ever had!

Ingredients:

BECHAMEL SAUCE:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 quart whole milk, warmed until hot
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3 large eggs

MAIN DISH:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 pounds 90% lean ground beef
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 pound ziti pasta
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 12 to 16 ounces Kasseri or Kefalotiri cheese, grated (see notes below)

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour and then gradually whisk in the hot milk. Cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Stir in the salt, remove from heat and let cool. When the sauce is lukewarm, whisk in the eggs. Set aside.
2. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet. Add the onions and saute until softened and golden. Crumble the beef into the skillet and cook with the onions until the beef is browned. Stir in the cinnamon, salt and pepper. Stir in the water and tomato paste, and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.
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