Maltese Style Macaroni

Maltese Style Macaroni is a traditional dish in Malta and is often served during special occasions and family gatherings.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Maltese Style Macaroni

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: Maltese Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Pasta Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram Macaroni
• 300 gram Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 cup Red wine
• 1 cup Water
• 4 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 pinch Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Cook until the onion is translucent.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, red wine, and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened.
7. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
8. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
9. In a large baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni, ground beef mixture, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
10. Season with salt and black pepper.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.
12. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.