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Homemade lasagna noodles ready for layering in a delicious Italian recipe.

Lasagna Noodles

Create fresh, homemade lasagna noodles that are tender and perfect for layering in your favorite lasagna recipe.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1½ cups 00 flour + ½ cup semolina) Use 00 flour for a silkier texture; semolina adds tooth and prevents sticking.
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature If using small eggs, add an extra teaspoon of water.
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt Enhances flavor of the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon water Add only if the dough is too dry.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pile the flour on a clean surface and shape it into a mound. Make a deep well in the center.
  2. Crack the eggs into the well and sprinkle the salt over them.
  3. Use a fork to whisk the eggs gently, then draw in flour from the inner edge of the well a little at a time until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Use your hands to bring the dough together. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
  5. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Rolling and Cutting
  1. Divide the dough into 2–4 pieces. Flatten one piece with your palm and feed it through a pasta machine on the thickest setting.
  2. Fold and pass it 2–3 times to even the sheet.
  3. Reduce the machine setting gradually until you reach your desired thickness. Trim the sheet to the size you need.
  4. Dust sheets lightly with semolina or flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Arrange them in a single layer while you finish rolling the remaining pieces.
Storage
  1. Lay sheets on a floured baking sheet to air dry several hours before stacking for freezing.
  2. If using the same day, let sheets dry briefly (10–20 minutes) to make handling easier.

Notes

These noodles can be stored or frozen for later use. For a rich, meaty lasagna, see filling tips for assembly guidance.