Springtime Lasagna

Directions

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   Crumble sausage in large skillet.
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   Add onion, oregano, crushed red pepper, and basil.
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   Cook until sausage is no longer pink, and onion is soft.
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   Add salt and pepper to taste.
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   2.
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   Turn off heat, and add chopped spinach.
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   Stir until slightly wilted.
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   Add asparagus, ricotta, and about 2/3 of chives (reserve the rest for topping).
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    Stir until well combined.
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    3.
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    In a 9x13 pan, spread about 1 cup of sauce on the bottom.
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    Lay out the first layer of noodles, 1/3 of ricotta/sausage mixture, and 1 cup mozzarella.
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    4.
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    Add the next layer of noodles, next 1/3 of ricotta, and another cup of sauce.
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    5.
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    Add a third layer of noodles and the last 1/3 of ricotta.
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    6.
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    Top with the last of your noodles, and add all the remaining sauce.
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    If using no-boil noodles, make sure all the top noodles are well-coated with sauce.
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    Top with the last two cups of mozzarella, and sprinkle with remaining chives.
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    7.
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    Cook in a preheated oven at 375 degrees for 45 minutes covered with foil.
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    Remove foil, and cook for 15-20 minutes longer, until cheese is bubbly.
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    Let sit for at least 15 minutes before cutting and serving.