Turkey pastitsio

Method

• Step 1
  Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, following packet directions, until tender. Drain. Transfer to a 12 cup-capacity ovenproof dish.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until onion has softened. Add mince. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up mince, for 6 to 8 minutes or until browned.
• Step 3
  Stir in tomato paste, passata and oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced.
• Step 4
  Make bechamel sauce Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until bubbling. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in milk until smooth and combined. Return to heat. Cook, stirring, for 5 to 6 minutes or until sauce boils and thickens. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese. Stand for 2 minutes. Whisk in eggs to combine.
• Step 5
  Spoon mince mixture over pasta. Toss to combine. Pour bechamel evenly over mince mixture. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover with foil. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until top is light golden. Stand for 2 minutes. Serve.