Macarona Bechamel

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

2. 2

   Cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

   Ongeveer 10 min

   Tip van de kok: Do not overcook the pasta, as it will continue to cook in the oven.

3. 3

   For the meat filling, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

   Ongeveer 6 min

5. 5

   Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

   Ongeveer 9 min

   Tip van de kok: Drain any excess fat if necessary.

6. 6

   Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and seven spice blend.

   Ongeveer 1 min

7. 7

   Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the flavors have melded, then set aside.

   Ongeveer 6 min

8. 8

   For the béchamel sauce, melt unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.

   Ongeveer 2 min

9. 9

   Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Do not let the roux brown too much; it should remain light in color.

10. 10

    Gradually whisk in the warm whole milk, a little at a time, to prevent lumps.

    Ongeveer 3 min

    Tip van de kok: Ensure the milk is warm to help create a smooth sauce.

11. 11

    Continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency, about 5-7 minutes.

    Ongeveer 6 min

    Tip van de kok: The sauce should coat the back of a spoon.

12. 12

    Remove from heat and stir in the egg yolk, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.

    Ongeveer 1 min

    Tip van de kok: Stir vigorously to incorporate the egg yolk without scrambling it.

13. 13

    Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.

    Ongeveer 1 min

14. 14

    Spread about one-third of the béchamel sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

    Ongeveer 1 min

15. 15

    Add half of the cooked macaroni over the béchamel layer.

    Ongeveer 1 min

16. 16

    Evenly spread the entire meat filling over the macaroni.

    Ongeveer 1 min

17. 17

    Top with the remaining macaroni.

    Ongeveer 1 min

18. 18

    Pour the remaining béchamel sauce over the top, spreading it evenly to cover all the pasta.

    Ongeveer 1 min

    Tip van de kok: Ensure the top is completely covered for a golden crust.

19. 19

    Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

    Ongeveer 40 min

20. 20

    Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

    Ongeveer 10 min

    Tip van de kok: This allows the dish to set and makes it easier to cut into portions.