Lasagna is the pinnacle of culinary excellence, an extraordinarily time-consuming dish – requiring not so much time as the preparation of several ingredients that are complex in themselves.

A modern lasagna is made up of several layers of thin, dried dough, filling, and white sauce. Sprinkled on top with grated cheese, it is baked in the oven, resulting in a crispy crust on the outside and a tender, juicy inside.

There are a lot of interpretations of this dish, and even in Italy itself it is not prepared in the same way in different regions. The toppings can be meat, fish (or seafood), mushroom or vegetable. Parmesan is used for classic lasagna. But it can be replaced by other hard cheese.

Italians most often use ricotta and mozzarella. The most popular option around the world is considered to be lasagna with Béchamel and Bolognese sauces. They are worth special attention.

Lasagna is a hearty, beautiful, delicious dish – the hallmark of Italian cuisine.