Pastitsio

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Brown beef and onion in oil. Add garlic, wine, passata, cinnamon and half the salt; simmer 25 minutes.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Boil pasta 2 minutes less than packet directions and drain.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Make béchamel by cooking butter and flour for 1 minute, whisking in milk gradually, then simmering until thick. Cool 5 minutes and whisk in eggs and half the cheese.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Layer pasta in a large baking dish, spread with meat sauce and cover with béchamel. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Bake at 180°C for 40–45 minutes until golden and at least 74°C in the center. Rest 20 minutes.