Greek Pastitsio-Inspired Pasta Bake

Layered pasta, cinnamon-spiced beef, tomato, and creamy béchamel.

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup Parmesan

Directions

1. Cook pasta and drain.
2. Brown beef and onion, then add tomato sauce and cinnamon.
3. Make béchamel with butter, flour, and milk; stir in half the Parmesan.
4. Layer pasta, meat sauce, and béchamel.
5. Top with remaining Parmesan and bake at 375°F for 40 minutes.