lasagna
noun
la·sa·gna
lə-ˈzän-yə 
1
or less commonly lasagne
: pasta in the form of broad often ruffled ribbons
2
: a baked dish containing layers of boiled lasagna, and usually cheese, a seasoned sauce of tomatoes, and meat or vegetables
Examples of lasagna in a Sentence
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Get The Recipe 19 of 19 Vanessa's Make-Ahead Beefy Lasagna
A container of refrigerated pesto adds distinctive flavor to this basic beef-and-cheese lasagna, and the unbaked lasagna can be frozen for up to three months.
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Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2024
Traditional eggplant Parmesan, lasagna with Bolognese sauce, and the restaurant's famous spaghetti and meatballs are favorites.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2024
The deep side walls come in handy for a variety of recipes, including desserts, roasted vegetables, marinated meats, lasagnas, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2024
Ranging from cheesy mini lasagnas to gooey lava mug-cakes, these recipes show that cooking for one can be quick, tasty—and fulfilling.
—Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 22 Jan. 2024
Since this lasagna is 5 layers, use a knife or kitchen shears to cut 3 of the noodles in half.
—Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2023
This chip-resistant baking dish tackles everything from savory lasagna and bubbling casseroles to chocolatey brownies and other sweet treats.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2023
This intense animal encounter comes after a black bear broke into a Connecticut home in October and stole a frozen lasagna from the residence's refrigerator.
—Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 29 Nov. 2023
Get The Recipe 19 of 35 Extra-Easy Lasagna For a stress-free weeknight dinner, throw this extra-easy, extra-cheesy lasagna in the oven (or make ahead and freeze).
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2023
Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2024
Traditional eggplant Parmesan, lasagna with Bolognese sauce, and the restaurant's famous spaghetti and meatballs are favorites.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2024
The deep side walls come in handy for a variety of recipes, including desserts, roasted vegetables, marinated meats, lasagnas, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2024
Ranging from cheesy mini lasagnas to gooey lava mug-cakes, these recipes show that cooking for one can be quick, tasty—and fulfilling.
—Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 22 Jan. 2024
Since this lasagna is 5 layers, use a knife or kitchen shears to cut 3 of the noodles in half.
—Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2023
This chip-resistant baking dish tackles everything from savory lasagna and bubbling casseroles to chocolatey brownies and other sweet treats.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2023
This intense animal encounter comes after a black bear broke into a Connecticut home in October and stole a frozen lasagna from the residence's refrigerator.
—Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 29 Nov. 2023
Get The Recipe 19 of 35 Extra-Easy Lasagna For a stress-free weeknight dinner, throw this extra-easy, extra-cheesy lasagna in the oven (or make ahead and freeze).
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2023
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lasagna
noun
la·sa·gna
lə-ˈzän-yə
: broad flat noodles baked with a sauce usually of tomatoes, cheese, and meat or vegetables
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