Instant Mix for "Krema" for Pastitsio

[dimi_pat]

I went to a Greek market a few days ago and found something I had never tried before - instant mix packets for pastitsio "Krema". Has anyone ever used these? Making this part of the recipe is my least favorite when it comes to making this dish, as well as moussaka (I use Krema for my version of moussaka, too).

Should I not bother using it or is it good enough for once in a while? I am sure homemade is better!

 

[Luana]

Have never seen this and if I did, wouldn't use it. A good bechamal is basically what the sauce is, and not difficult to make. Maybe check for YouTube for video? Might be worth a try to try the mix, but bechamal is not difficult. At least IMNSHO. I don't consider myself as anything beyond a basic home cook.

 

[dimi_pat]

Have never seen this and if I did, wouldn't use it. A good bechamal is basically what the sauce is, and not difficult to make. Maybe check for YouTube for video? Might be worth a try to try the mix, but bechamal is not difficult. At least IMNSHO. I don't consider myself as anything beyond a basic home cook.

This was my feeling as well! It seems silly to rely on a mix and better to just learn how to make it the right way.

 

[k_tsoukalas]

I know that Krema, at first, may seem like it is tricky. But once you get the hang of it, you'll know how to do it forever. The mix is fine, it's just a lot better to make it from scratch.