Lasagne Prep Tips

Barilla Oven Ready Lasagne sheets make assembling this classic pasta dish uncomplicated. For the best results, we offer the following tips for assembling your lasagne:

• Begin with a 13 x 9 x 3-inches deep baking pan, sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Spread 1 cup of sauce on the bottom of the baking pan and begin layering.
• Place 3-4 sheets of uncooked Barilla Oven Ready Lasagne side by side on the bottom of the pan. The lasagne will expand to the edges of the pan during baking.
• Top with filling or sauce as directed in your recipe on every layer, spreading each to the edges of the pan to seal in and cook the lasagne during baking.
• Repeat this process for a total of 4-5 layers.
• The final layer will be 3-4 sheets of uncooked Barilla Oven Ready Lasagne plus the remaining sauce and cheese, if included in recipe.

Creating a perfectly layered lasagne is surprisingly simple. The key to a perfect lasagne is adding the ingredients in the correct order. For the best results, we offer the following tips for assembling your lasagne:

• Cook lasagne according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
• Begin with a 13 x 9 x 3-inches deep baking pan, sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Spread 1 cup of sauce on the bottom of the baking pan and begin layering.
• Place several pieces of cooked Wavy Lasagne on the bottom of the pan, slightly overlapping each other.
• Top with filling as directed in your recipe, spreading the filling to the edges of the pan.
• Continue with another layer of sauce, pasta, and filling.
• Repeat this process until you have reached the top of the pan. The final layer will be a layer of cooked lasagne plus the remaining sauce and cheese, if included in recipe.

Lasagne may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance without baking it. Prepare and store the Lasagne in the refrigerator at or below 40°F. Since the Lasagne will be cold it will require a longer baking time, approximately 60 minutes at 375°F.

If your recipe calls for egg, the cooking time will be approximately 1 hour and 10 – 1 hour and 20 minutes. Make sure the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.

Lasagne may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance without baking it. Prepare and store the Lasagne in the refrigerator at or below 40°F. Since the Lasagne will be cold it will require a longer baking time, approximately 60 minutes at 375֯°F.

Whole Grain Lasagne may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance without baking it. Prepare and store the Whole Grain Lasagne in the refrigerator at or below 40°F. Since the Whole Grain Lasagne will be cold it will require a longer baking time, approximately 60 minutes at 375֯°F.

To freeze the lasagne, we recommend that you do not bake it before freezing. You may assemble the lasagne in a freezer safe/oven safe container, cover tightly and freeze. When you are ready to bake the lasagne, defrost it in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Bake it at 375°F and increase the baking time to approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

If your recipe calls for egg, the baking time will be approximately 1½ - 2 hours. Make sure the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.

To freeze Lasagne, we recommend that you do not bake it before freezing. You may assemble the Lasagne in a freezer safe/oven safe container, cover tightly and freeze. When you are ready to bake the Lasagne, defrost it in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Bake it at 375֯ °F and increase bake time to 70 minutes.

To freeze Whole Grain lasagna, we recommend that you do not bake it before freezing. You may assemble the Whole Grain Lasagne in a freezer safe/oven safe container, cover tightly and freeze. When you are ready to bake the Whole Grain Lasagne, defrost it in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Bake it at 375֯°F and increase bake time to 70 minutes.

We suggest freezing the leftovers in individual servings. This will help maintain the original structure of each portion

Up to two months, but one week is recommended for best results.

Yes. We suggest boiling the noodles for 3 minutes or until pliable. Alternatively, you can always follow our Barilla Lasagne Rolls recipe.

We recommend baking two pans of lasagne at the same temperature (375°F); however, it may take additional time. Be sure to check the internal temperature after 50 minutes. Lasagne will be done when internal temperature reaches 160°F.

We suggest freezing the leftovers in individual servings. This will help maintain the original structure of each portion. To reheat the lasagne portion, preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap the lasagne piece and place it on a microwavable and oven-safe dish. Thaw the lasagne in the microwave on the defrost setting for approximately 5 minutes and then place it in the oven until the internal temperature reaches 160°.

We recommend up to 48 hours.

Our recipe requires a minimum of 48 ounces of sauce. It's important to have enough sauce to ensure the lasagne is moist and rich.

We believe a minimum of 6 to 8 cups is necessary.

To freeze Lasagne, we recommend that you do not bake it before freezing. You may assemble the Lasagne in a freezer safe/oven safe container, cover tightly and freeze. When you are ready to bake the Lasagne, defrost it in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Bake it at 375֯°F and increase bake time to 70 minutes. You can store it for up to two months, but one week is recommended.

Lasagne may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance without baking it. Prepare and store the Lasagne in the refrigerator at or below 40°F. Since the Lasagne will be cold it will require a longer baking time, approximately 60 minutes at 375֯°F.

No, there is not enough liquid to rehydrate the noodles.