Crossword clue
“Cheese used in lasagna”
This clue appeared as 8-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
RICOTTALetters7
Starts withR
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Cheese used in lasagna” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 17, 2026 as 8-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with R and ends with A, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Cheese used in lasagna” clue?+
The answer is RICOTTA (7 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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