How to Layer the Perfect Lasagna. 

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A step by step guide with authentic Italian recipe.

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The perfect lasagna is achieved with the right ratios of perfectly cooked pasta, sauce, bechamel, and cheese. Follow these steps for best results!  

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Make sure the salted water is at a roaring boil before adding the lasagna noodles. This will make sure the pasta cooks evenly and has plenty of room to swim so it doesn't stick.

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Cook the pasta until al dente (a little undercooked- see  photo). If the pasta is overcooked they are more likely to stick together and get mushy.

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Make sure to put the lasagna noodles on a clean tea towels and cover while you are waiting to layer them in the lasagna pan.

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To layer- Start by adding a little tomato sauce or ragu sauce at the bottom of the pan to prevent the pasta from sticking.

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Add first layer of pasta (lasagna noodles). Depending on the exact shape of the pan you may need to cut the ends to fit the pan.

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Next is the Homemade Bechamel sauce. A properly thickened sauce will “coat the back of a wooden spoon”.

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Add 1/3 of the bechamel sauce over the layer of pasta. Spread evenly over the top in a nice layer.

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Add 1/3 of the bolognese ragu meat sauce over the layers of pasta and bechamel sauce.

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Sprinkle 1/3 of the parmigiano and mozarella cheese over the top of the ragu and bechamel.

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Repeat the process until all the layers are complete. Finish the final layer with bechamel sauce and extra parmigiano cheese (and mozzarella, if desired). Bake to perfection!

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This is a classic Italian lasagna recipe (lasagne al forno) that has been in my Italian family table for generations.

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If you’re looking for the BEST Classic Lasagna Bolognese recipe straight from Italy, then this version is for you. See the recipe post for all the details! 

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Vegetarian version: mouthwatering and satisfying spinach and ricotta lasagna. Equal parts indulgent and healthy, this meatless lasagna from will please everyone at the table.

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