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Ina Garten’s Pastitsio: A Comforting Twist with Turkey Bacon

Ina Garten’s Pastitsio
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Ina Garten’s Pastitsio is a comforting twist on the classic dish, featuring turkey bacon for a lighter yet flavorful experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound turkey bacon
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound pasta (such as ziti)
  • 3 cups béchamel sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the turkey bacon in a large skillet until crisp, then remove and crumble.
  3. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic to the skillet and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper, then simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  6. In a large baking dish, combine the pasta, meat sauce, and crumbled bacon.
  7. Pour the béchamel sauce over the pasta mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • This dish can be assembled a day in advance and refrigerated before baking.

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