Makaroni (ماکارونی)

Makaroni is a cherished Persian adaptation of Italian pasta, transformed into a hearty, baked casserole that reflects Iran's warm embrace of global flavors. Tender elbow pasta is tossed with a savory ground meat sauce simmered with tomatoes and onions before baking until golden. It's a dish equally at home on a family weeknight table or at a Persian celebration—unpretentious, deeply satisfying, and made with the same care Iranians bring to their own khoresht stews.