lasagna
🇮🇹 A dish from Italy
Lasagna, also known by the plural form lasagne, is a type of pasta made in wide, flat sheets. It originates in Italian cuisine, where it is served in a number of ways, including in broth, but is best known for its use in a baked dish made by stacking layers of pasta, alternating with fillings such as ragù, béchamel sauce, vegetables, cheeses, and seasonings and spices.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | flat pasta sheets, ground meat sauce, béchamel, cheese, tomato, seasonings |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | layered and oven-baked |
| 👅Flavour & style | rich, savory, cheesy and hearty |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | main course, often a family meal |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does lasagna come from?
lasagna is a dish that originated in Italy.
What is lasagna?
Lasagna, also known by the plural form lasagne, is a type of pasta made in wide, flat sheets. It originates in Italian cuisine, where it is served in a number of ways, including in broth, but is best known for its use in a baked dish made by stacking layers of pasta, alternating with fillings such as ragù, béchamel sauce, vegetables, cheeses, and seasonings and spices.