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Greek Pasta and Beef

By: Dorothy Bateman  
"This delightfully different casserole gives everyday macaroni and cheese an international flavor. A co-worker who's a pro at Greek cooking shared the recipe years ago. It brings raves whenever I serve it. -Dorothy Bateman, Carver, Massachusetts"

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Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 12 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • SAUCE:
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cups milk
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain macaroni.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, egg and Parmesan cheese; set aside. For sauce, in a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and cinnamon until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount to hot mixture into eggs; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Stir in cheese.
  3. In a greased 3-qt. baking dish, spread half of the macaroni mixture. Top with beef mixture and remaining macaroni mixture. Pour sauce over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly and heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2007 by Lives4shore 
Tasty comfort food. Not the healthiest with all the butter and egg which is the reason I gave... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2007 by QueenMaque 
It was...moderately good. The macaroni had a distinctly greasy taste to it, and any actual... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2007 by MotleyCrueLuvr 
Yummy, I made this tonight and it was delicious. The kids hated the smell though, lol - must... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2009 by LAMBBELLA 
I loved this. Was looking for something different to do with ground beef. Followed the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2007 by Rosebudteb81 
My husband liked this recipe, I thought it would be a little more flavorful. Maybe add more... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2006 by DRNAGY52 
Very good taste and nice and big for a family dinner or gathering. You can also use a 9 x 13... MORE

 
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