Greek Lasagna (Pastitsio)

Name: Greek Lasagna (Pastitsio)
Yield: Serves 8 to 10
Cuisine: Europe, Greek
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon, olive oil; 1 , onion, chopped fine; 3 tablespoons, tomato paste; 6 , garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons, dried oregano; 2 teaspoons, ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 pounds, 93 percent lean ground beef; , Salt and pepper; 1/2 cup, red wine; 1 (15-ounce) can, tomato sauce; 1/2 cup grated, Pecorino Romano; , Salt and pepper; 8 ounces, elbow macaroni; 5 tablespoons, unsalted butter; 1/2 cup, all-purpose flour; 3 , garlic cloves, minced; 5 cups, whole milk; 1 1/2 cups grated, Pecorino Romano; 3 large, eggs; 1/3 cup, Greek yogurt

Main Courses
Europe
Greek
Eggs & Dairy
Meat
Beef
Cheese
Make Ahead
Casseroles

Appears in Cook's Country February/March 2011

Hello Greek Lasagna. This diner classic can rival its Italian cousin as long as you keep it light and flavorful.

SERVES 8 to 10

TIME 2½ hours

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