Cheesy Creamy Pasta Bake | White Sauce Pasta Casserole

A delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures inspired by the beloved Greek dish, Pastitsio, and the Egyptian classic, Macarona Bechamel. This hearty pasta bake marries the layers of seasoned meat sauce with al dente penne pasta, all enveloped in a velvety béchamel sauce, and baked to golden perfection with a generous topping of gooey cheeses.
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Ingredients:
16 oz package penne pasta
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 package (8oz) Mozzarella cheese slices
16 oz shredded mozzarella
For meat sauce:
1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb lean ground lamb
1 tsp olive oil
½ white onion chopped
4 cloves crushed garlic
1 can (28 oz) crushed san marzano tomatoes
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp salt (or salt to taste)
1/2 tsp thyme
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon
For bechamel sauce:
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
3 cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup shredded parmesan
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
00:00 intro
00:33 prepare meat
1:21 prepare Bechamel sauce
2:27 combine sauce and pasta
2:43 layer dish
3:39 bake and serve

[@Ladiciuus666]

So cheesy!!

[@Lola-Jay]

That’s what we’re going for.

[@chillinglunch]

Nice dish. Looks delicious and so creamy. Like 15 💕💕💕

[@Lola-Jay]

Thank you so much 💕💕

[@oldgeezer3324]

I cooked this for my family last night, they loved it My son is a single father with two kids, I live with them to take care of them, I am Mr Grand-ma Your recipes help

[@Lola-Jay]

That's nice to hear! I am glad I can help you and your family ❤❤

[@divaalmeida7952]

Très très bon et rapide 😋👍🏽

[@Lola-Jay]

💁🏽‍♀️ merci