Béchamel Pasta Bake (Macarona Béchamel)

Updated at: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:26:42 GMT

Step 1

In a medium pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 2

Sprinkle in flour and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes until combined.

Step 3

While whisking, slowly pour in the milk. Whisk aggressively to break up any lumps.

Step 4

Continue to whisk for about 2-4 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 5

Remove off of the heat and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 7

Boil the elbow noodles according to the box instructions, then drain. Split the elbow noodles in half in two separate bowls and set aside.

Step 8

Meanwhile, add 1/4 cup of olive oil to a pan on medium high hear. Sauté the cubed onions for about 3-4 minutes, then add the ground beef and continue to sear for 5-7 minutes until ground beef is cooked.

Step 9

Pour the cooked ground beef and onions onto one bowl of cooked noodles. Add all the pasta sauce over them and mix well.

Step 10

Pour the pasta into a 9x13 baking sheet, or a10-12 inch round pan, then spread it and level out the pasta.

Step 11

In the other bowl, pour over the prepared béchamel sauce. Mix, then pour over the red pasta and level out the pasta once again.

Step 12

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese all over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, then broil on high for 1-4 minutes or more if needed until cheese is golden.

Step 13

Serve warm!

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