Gyro Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

Macaroni

8 ounces

Ground lamb

1 pound

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Onion

1 medium, diced

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Butter

2 tablespoons

All-purpose flour

2 tablespoons

Milk

2 cups

Cheddar cheese

2 cups, shredded

Feta cheese

1/2 cup, crumbled

Tzatziki sauce

1 cup

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the ground lamb, diced onion, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the lamb is browned and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
4. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
6. Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
7. In a large baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni, the lamb mixture, and the cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
8. Top the mac and cheese with crumbled feta cheese, distributing it evenly across the top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
10. Serve hot, with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on each serving.