Greek Pasta and Beef

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Sauce

• 1 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 cups milk
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Cook macaroni according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain macaroni.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, egg and parmesan cheese; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and cinnamon until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.

3. 3

   Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Stir in cheese.

4. 4

   In a greased 3-qt. baking dish, spread half of the macaroni mixture. Top with beef mixture and remaining macaroni mixture. Pour sauce over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly and heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.