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A traditional Greek baked pasta dish with seasoned ground meat, tomato sauce, and a creamy béchamel topping. This comforting Mediterranean lunch features layers of tender pasta and rich meat ragù, finished with melted cheese.
Prep
20 min
Cook
55 min
Total
75 min
Servings
6 srv
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
520 kcal
For 6 serving(s)
Per serving
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and sauté diced onions and garlic until fragrant
Add ground beef and lamb, breaking it apart with a spoon, cooking until browned and cooked through
Stir in tomato paste and cook for one minute, then add crushed tomatoes, oregano, cinnamon, salt and pepper
Simmer the meat sauce for 15 minutes until thickened and flavors develop
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside
Prepare béchamel sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding warm milk while stirring constantly until thick and smooth
In a baking dish, layer half the pasta, followed by all the meat sauce, then remaining pasta
Pour béchamel sauce over the top and sprinkle with grated cheese, then bake at 190°C for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling
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