Easter/Passover menu?
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So im pondering Easter...whats on your menu?
Comments (67)Hey Scubadiver - what about a Greek Pastitsio? I have 2 different recipes, one uses beef and this one uses lamb. Either way it is EXCELLENT! BTW - I think I will put this on the Pasta thread too since it has elbows. Also Rob, enjoy the Ambrosia and the memory of your grandmother. I love that food reminds us of such good times in the past. Alexa ************************************************* Greek Pastitsio 1 1/2 lb. ground lamb or beef 1/4 tsp. pepper 8 oz. elbow macaroni 1/8 tsp. cinnamon 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine 1/8 tsp. oregano 1/4 cup flour 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can tomato puree 3 cups milk 1 lg. onion, finely chopped 3 eggs 1 tsp. salt 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese Prepare macaroni according to directions. Rinse with cold water; drain. Stir flour into melted butter in a heavy saucepan. Gradually stir in milk & cook until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cover & cool the white sauce. Brown the ground beef & onion in a large fry pan. Pour off drippings. Sprinkle salt, pepper, cinnamon, & oregano over beef. Stir in tomato puree & cook slowly for 10 minutes. Beat together egg, & 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese. Gently stir in macaroni. Gradually stir in 2 cups of the white sauce into the macaroni mixture. Place 1/2 macaroni mixture into a buttered 11-3/4 x 7-1/2 inch baking dish. Spoon beef mixture in an even layer over macaroni. Place remaining macaroni mixture over the beef. Pour remaining white sauce over the top. Bake in moderate 375° F. oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese, & continue baking 20-25 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting into squares....See MoreHappy Easter Happy Passover
Comments (15)plllog, not speaking for dcarch (so should probably keep my mouth shut!) but I think it's why he's paired it with the rib steak, and mentions ham as it's an Easter tradition for those who don't keep kosher... or those who aren't Jewish (?) I could be totally wrong on the intent, of course. My apologies, dcarch, if I am... dcarch: "as was pointed out, SV = sous vide. A very fancy word for an automatic cooking method designed for some one like me who can't cook. :-)" That, dear sir, is a bald-faced lie : ) We all know you can cook. But yes, it's wonderful for those who have difficulties with some things, and wonderful in so many other ways....See MoreHappy Easter - Happy Passover
Comments (4)It's a late Easter this year, so maybe a dogwood flower would be more appropriate here, but I love your crocus anyway :) Happy Easter....See MoreWhat plans do you have for Passover or Easter?
Comments (42)Enjoy hearjng about everyone’s plans. We will be having between 13 to 15. I am with Annie this year, usually I spend a lot of time on my table and have a fabulous appetizer spread but cutting back. We are starting later this year, so half of our group are eating brunch or lunch with others before coming to our place for dinner. Will still have appetizers, but keeping it lighter with fewer choices. Hoping people will save room for the main meal. Our plan is: Appetizers - Deviled eggs, vegetable spread with toasted baguette rounds and baby carrots. Main - Ham (spiral, honey glazed), cream corn, strawberry spinach salad, cheesy potatoes (similar to funeral potaoes), Watergate Salad and rolls. Dessert - Pound cake and/or cheesecake with strawberries and whipped cream. Will be serving both desserts. Will make a nice table, but it will be thrown together today rather than the usual much thought-out table design, planned weeks ahead of Easter. Happy Easter and Passover to all....See Morebragu_DSM 5
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