Creamy Artichoke Lasagna Bake

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   Preheat oven to 350F.

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   Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain.

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   Rinse with cold water; drain again.

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   Place lasagna noodles in a single layer on a sheet of foil; set aside.

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   In a large saucepan heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium heat.

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   Add artichokes, pine nuts and half of the garlic.

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   Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until artichokes are tender, stirring frequently.

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   Transfer to a large bowl.

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   Stir in ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of the basil, the egg and the salt.

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    For sauce, in a small bowl combine broth and flour.

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    In the same saucepan heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat.

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    Add the remaining garlic; cook and stir until garlic is tender.

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    Stir in flour mixture and half-and-half.

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    Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and bubbly.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup basil.

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    In a small bowl combine the mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.

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    Spread about 1 cup of sauce evenly in an un greased 3-quart rectangular baking dish.

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    Arrange three of the cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce in dish.

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    Spread with one-third of the artichoke mixture and one-third of the remaining sauce.

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    Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella mixture.

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    Repeat layers two more times, starting with the noodles and ending with mozzarella mixture.

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    Bake, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and top is lightly browned.

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    Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.