Perfect Lasagna

Directions

1. 1
   Brown the italian sausage in a large skillet.
2. 2
   Drain off excess fat, add the tomatoes and tomatoe paste and basil.
3. 3
   Simmer for about 5 mins and add a dash or two of sugar, salt and pepper to taste.
4. 4
   Continue to simmer while you boil the lasagne noodles until just shy of al dente.
5. 5
   Drain and set aside.
6. 6
   Mix together the ricotta and pesto.
7. 7
   Set aside.
8. 8
   Place a layer of noodles in the bottom of a lasagne pan or large casserole.
9. 9
   Place a layer of the ricotta mixture over this, then a layer of sliced mozzarella and finally a layer of the red sauce.
10. 10
    Repeat, ending with red sauce.
11. 11
    Bake in a 350 degree oven until bubbly.