Pasticcio(Greek Macaroni And Cheese) - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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1 lb. ziti or other large macaroni
1/2 to 1 lb. ground meat (beef, sausage, lamb or veal)
1 (16 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 can water
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
dash of nutmeg
1 qt. milk
1 stick butter
1/2 c. flour
8 to 10 oz. shredded cheese (I use a good sharp Cheddar)
Preparation
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Meat Sauce:
Brown the ground meat.
You can combine a couple of different meats if you like.
Add tomato sauce and 1/2 the can of water.
Add spices and salt to taste.
Add more water if sauce is too thick.
Simmer for a few minutes, then set aside.
Next cook the macaroni, al dente and make the Cheese Sauce.
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