On the other hand, pastitsio, a staple of Greek cuisine, layers cooked pasta with a rich, spiced meat sauce, topped with a creamy béchamel sauce and baked until bubbly. While both dishes boast hearty ...

The small and light pasta serves as a nice contrast to the heavy ... I know my dad's youvetsi will deliver an easy and delicious Greek dinner. Enjoy!

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta until just cooked. Strain and return to the saucepan. Add about 1 cup of the béchamel to the pasta and mix through.

Boil pasta in a large saucepan with sated water. When ready drain and return to saucepan. Mix through half the meat sauce. Serve with extra sauce on top and grated mitzithra cheese.