Baked Penne with Pork and Béchamel Sauce Recipe

This Baked Penne with Pork and Béchamel Sauce combines hearty minced pork, rich red wine, and creamy béchamel with perfectly cooked pasta and a melty cheese topping. It’s a comforting and delicious dish that brings a taste of Italy to your home, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Preparation Time:

Preparation: 20 minutes
Cooking: 45 minutes
Total: 65 minutes
Ingredients:
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
600g minced pork
100 ml red wine
300g tomatoes in their own juice, crushed
250g penne rigate pasta
1 leek stalk, finely chopped
40g butter
20g flour
500 ml milk
80g hard Parmesan cheese, grated
150g hard mozzarella cheese, grated
Olive oil
Salt, ground black pepper, dried ground nutmeg to taste