Greek Pasta Pie Recipe

A classic Greek-inspired pasta pie recipe, reminiscent of old-world family favorites! This comforting and flavorful dish features layers of cheesy macaroni, creamy cottage cheese, savory meat sauce, and a sprinkle of tangy feta. A perfect weeknight meal or potluck contribution.

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 513 kcal

Protein 62g

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Ingredients for Greek Pasta Pie

Elbow Macaroni
Eggs
Parmesan Cheese
Margarine
1 cup cottage cheese
Frozen Chopped Spinach
Ground Lamb
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (24-ounce) jar tomato sauce
Ground Cinnamon
Feta Cheese

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How to Make Greek Pasta Pie

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of butter until well combined.
Add the cooked macaroni and toss gently to coat evenly.
Grease a 9-inch pie plate. Press the macaroni mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate to form a crust.
In a small bowl, combine 1 large egg, 1 cup cottage cheese, and 1 cup chopped fresh spinach. Mix well.
Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the macaroni crust.
In a skillet, brown 1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage), 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in 1 (24-ounce) jar of tomato sauce and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Spoon the meat sauce evenly over the cottage cheese layer.
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Top with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set slightly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

65g

Carbs

11g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes European Mediterranean American Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Savory Pies Main Dish Beef Lamb Sheep Pasta Greek European Ground Beef Meat Pasta Rice And Grains Elbow Macaroni

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Greek Pasta Pie?

Greek Pasta Pie takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Greek Pasta Pie?

Greek Pasta Pie has approximately 513 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Greek Pasta Pie?

The key ingredients for Greek Pasta Pie are Elbow Macaroni, Eggs, Parmesan Cheese, Margarine, Cottage Cheese, Frozen Chopped Spinach. See the full list with measurements above.