Perfect Lasagna

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.

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