6-Layer Macarona Forn Recipe That Melts Hearts Recipe
This 6-Layer Macarona Forn is a hearty and comforting baked pasta dish layered with tender macaroni, richly flavored ground meat in a spiced tomato sauce, and creamy béchamel topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly baked to a golden bubbly finish, it’s a delightful meal that melts hearts with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 500g macaroni pasta
Meat Sauce
- 500g ground beef or lamb
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Béchamel Sauce
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Toppings
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the assembled macaroni dish.
- Cook Pasta: Boil the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Meat Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or lamb until browned. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes to develop rich flavors.
- Make Béchamel Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually add the whole milk while whisking constantly until the sauce thickens into a smooth béchamel.
- Assemble Layers: In a large baking dish, layer half of the cooked macaroni pasta, then spread the meat sauce evenly over it. Top with the remaining macaroni pasta.
- Add Béchamel and Cheese: Pour the béchamel sauce evenly over the top layer of pasta. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the béchamel.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the macaroni forno cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of ground beef and lamb in the meat sauce.
- You may add chopped fresh parsley or basil to the meat sauce for herbaceous notes.
- Ensure the béchamel is thick enough to create a creamy top layer but not too thick to be pasty.
- Let the dish rest before serving so it holds together better when sliced.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.
Keywords: Macaroni Forn, Baked Pasta Dish, Middle Eastern Macaroni, 6-Layer Pasta, Comfort Food
