Pastitsio
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1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 C. chopped onion
1 (16 oz) can tomatoes,
undrained and chopped
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1/4 tsp. dried whole thyme
1-3/4 tsp salt, divided
1 (8 oz) pkg. elbow macaroni
1/2 C. crumbled Feta cheese
4 egg whites, slightly beaten
1/2 C. butter
1/2 C. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 qt. milk
4 egg yolks, slightly beaten
Paprika
Combine ground beef and onion in a large skillet.
Cook over medium heat until beef browns,
stirring to crumble beef; drain.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme,
and 3/4 tsp salt; bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and
simmer 30 minutes, stirring often.
Cook macaroni according to package directions,
adding 1/4 tsp salt; drain.
Stir in Feta cheese and egg whites.
Add to beef mixture; stir well.
Spoon mixture into a lightly greased
13- x 9- x 2-inch baking dish.
Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat;
add flour and cinnamon, stirring until smooth.
Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat,
stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
Stir in remaining 3/4 tsp salt.
Gradually stir about one-fourth of
hot mixture into egg yolks;
add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly.
Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Pour sauce over beef mixture;
bake at 350F for 35 to 40 minutes.
Remove from oven;
let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle with paprika.
Yield: 8 servings.
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