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Greek Noodle Casserole (Pastitsio) (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

Greek Noodle Casserole (Pastitsio) (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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butter , for greasing the baking dish
kosher salt
12 oz egg noodles
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, chopped or smashed
1 lb ground lamb
2 tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1 26- oz jar tomato-basil sauce (3 1/4 cups)
1 1/2 packed cups fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 cup milk, at room temperature
1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
3 cups grated parmesan (about 6 oz)
1 cup plain greek yogurt, at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves , optional

Directions:

Place an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the noodles until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the onion, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Add the lamb, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, allspice, 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until cooked through, about 6 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and mint. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
For the sauce: Simmer the milk and cream over medium heat in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheese and whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the yogurt.
Add the meat sauce to the pasta and toss well until the noodles are coated. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Spoon the cheese sauce evenly on top and bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped mint if using, and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	815.26 Kcal (3413 kJ)
Calories from fat	389.61 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	43.29g	67%
Cholesterol	163.54mg	55%
Sodium	1069.58mg	45%
Potassium	646.97mg	14%
Total Carbs	55.6g	19%
Sugars	8.51g	34%
Dietary Fiber	5.08g	20%
Protein	47.28g	95%
Vitamin C	7.9mg	13%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	16%
Iron	65mg	361%
Calcium	773mg	77%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	183.05 Kcal (766 kJ)
Calories from fat	87.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.72g	67%
Cholesterol	36.72mg	55%
Sodium	240.15mg	45%
Potassium	145.26mg	14%
Total Carbs	12.48g	19%
Sugars	1.91g	34%
Dietary Fiber	1.14g	20%
Protein	10.62g	95%
Vitamin C	1.8mg	13%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	16%
Iron	14.6mg	361%
Calcium	173.5mg	77%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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