Ground Beef Greek Casserole

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1-2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, cut up, undrained
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 lb elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup butter
• 2 1/4 cups milk
• 3 eggs

Directions

1. 1

   In a large skillet add the beef,onion and garlic until meat is browned and onion is tender.Drain off the fat.Add the tomatoes,1/4 teaspoon salt,pepper and cinnamon.Simmer for 15 minutes.Stir in 1/4 cup of the cheese and macaroni.

2. 2

   In a 12x8x2 glass casserole dish add the mixture and set aside.In a sauce pan or the skillet melt the butter,blend in the flour and remaining1/4 teaspoon salt.Stir in the milk and cook for about 5 minutes stirring all the time or until sauce is thick.Cool slightly.

3. 3

   Beat the eggs one at a time.Stir in the remaining1/4 cup cheese and pour over the meat mixture. Place in a preheated oven at 375 and bake for 30-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.