Million Dollar Pastitsio

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This rich and satisfying Greek pasta bake, dubbed Million Dollar Pastitsio, combines layers of pasta, meat sauce, and creamy cheese for a truly indulgent meal. Perfect for special occasions or family gatherings.

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Million Dollar Pastitsio

By Diane Kochilas

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Servings

Feta, Ground Meat, Main Courses, Pasta, Recipes

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Servings

Feta, Ground Meat, Main Courses, Pasta, Recipes

Ingredients

2/3 pound package bucatini
2/3 pound ground meat
Salt and pepper to taste
1 red onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
2 ½ + 3/4 cups canned chopped tomatoes
3 tablespoons butter
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 cup anthotyro or ricotta cheese
1 cup crumbled Greek feta
2 cups shredded kasseri cheese
2/3 cup haloumi

Instructions

Cook the ground meat in a pan with olive oil until browned. Add onion and garlic, then stir in most of the canned tomatoes. Simmer until thickened.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Mix with butter and some of the canned tomatoes.
Combine cream cheese, yogurt, feta, and anthotyro for the cheese layer.
Assemble the dish by layering pasta, cheese mixture, and meat sauce in a baking dish. Top with kasseri and haloumi cheese. Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.

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