Description
Make your lasagna truly unforgettable with these homemade lasagna noodles that are soft, silky, and worth every minute of preparation. Perfect for layering with your favorite sauces and cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Water as needed
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and crack in the eggs and olive oil.
- Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If the dough is too dry, add a little water; if too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- After resting, divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Keep the pieces you are not using covered to prevent drying out.
- Roll out each piece using a pasta machine or a rolling pin until it’s thin enough to see your hand through it (about 1/16 inch thick).
- Cut the rolled dough into sheets that fit your lasagna dish, about 3 inches wide and as long as desired.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the noodles for about 2-3 minutes until slightly softened but still firm; they will cook further in the oven.
- Drain the noodles and lay them flat on a clean towel or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Layer the noodles with your favorite sauce and fillings in a baking dish. Bake according to your lasagna recipe instructions.
Notes
- Make sure to let the dough rest to relax the gluten for easier rolling.
- Using a pasta machine will give you the best results for even thickness.
- These noodles can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just ensure they are well-separated before freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lasagna sheet
- Calories: 70
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 40
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