As with Moussaka, the secret to easy preparation is assembling all of
the ingredients before beginning and completing the sections one at a
time in the order given.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 10x14 inch baking pan with nonstick
spray.
Cook macaroni according to package directions, taking care not to
overcook. Drain, rinse in cold water and place in a large bowl. While
macaroni is cooking, prepare the White Sauce.
White Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour
and All Good SPICE. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in milk.
Return to heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Simmer 1 minute.
The sauce should be fairly thin. Pour over drained macaroni and gently
mix in.
Assembly: Place half of the macaroni in the baking pan. Spread the
meat sauce over the macaroni. Place the rest of the macaroni over the
meat sauce. Spread the cheese sauce on top and sprinkle with reserved
grated cheese. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until cheese sauce is
browned. Let it set for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting into squares and
serving.
Pasticcio can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen unbaked. Allow
45 minutes extra baking time if frozen.
Category
All Good Spice
Breads
Casseroles
GREEK SALAD DRESSING BLEND
KIBBIE SPICE
Meats
Pasta
Servings
Makes 8 to 10 servings
Author
- 1 lb Greek macaroni #1 or #2* (if these are not available,
- substitute ziti or mostaccioli pasta)
- White Sauce:
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 3 Tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tsp SPICE BAZAAR All Good SPICE
- 1 recipe Meat Sauce from Moussaka
- 1 recipe Cheese Sauce from Moussaka