Pot - A large, heavy-bottomed pot ideal for boiling pasta or cooking stews. Ensures even heat distribution and prevents burning.
Casseroayer Dish - An oven-safe dish designed to bake casseroles like Pastitsio perfectly. It's usually made from materials suitable for high temperatures, such as ceramic or glass.
Chef's Knife - A versatile knife that can help with chopping vegetables and mincing garlic, which are key ingredients in the recipe.
Measuring Cups & Spoons Set - Essential for precise measurement of ingredients like flour, milk, or any other specified amounts in the recipe.
Pasta Roller/Cutter (optional) - For those who want to roll out their own pasta dough instead of buying it pre-made. While not mandatory, it adds a unique touch and customization to your meal.
Stand Mixer with Dough Hooks - If making homemade pasta from scratch, this appliance can significantly ease the process by mixing the dough thoroughly.
Cutting Board - A sturdy cutting board is necessary for safely chopping ingredients like onions and garlic without damaging countertops.
Mixing Bowls (various sizes) - Multiple bowls are useful for preparation steps such as mixing the pasta dough, combining sauce components, or assembling the final casserole.
Cooking Spray - To help prevent food from sticking to pans and facilitate easier cleanup after cooking the lamb and vegetables.
Meat Tenderizer (optional) - If using a tougher cut of meat for your lamb, this can help break down fibers in the meat to ensure it cooks evenly and becomes tender.
Electric Kitchen Scale - For those who enjoy precise measurements or prefer working with weights over volume-based measuring cups.
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 pounds ground lamb
1 (28-ounces) can whole tomatoes in juice
1 (15-ounces) can whole tomatoes in juice
4 thyme sprigs
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
7 cups whole milk
3/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or kefalotyri cheese (2 ounces)
5 large egg yolks
2 pounds ziti
1 3/4 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs (from 4 slices firm white sandwich bread)
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or kefalotyri cheese
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