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Italian Drunken Noodles Recipe

Italian Drunken Noodles Recipe
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Italian Drunken Noodles is a flavorful and comforting pasta dish featuring egg noodles cooked in a savory sauce with Italian sausage, bell peppers, tomatoes, and herbs, finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal!

Ingredients

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Egg Noodles:

  • 12 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to your preference

Italian Sausage Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on your taste)
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color – red, yellow, or green for variety)
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic (freshly minced for best flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, thyme, basil, and rosemary)
  • ½ cup white cooking wine (or dry white wine such as Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil (or substitute with ¼ cup fresh, chopped)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For Serving:

  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for topping
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sauté the Meat and Peppers – In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, cook the Italian sausage and chopped bell peppers over medium-high heat. Cook until the sausage is browned and fully cooked, and the peppers begin to soften, about 7–8 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add Seasoning and Garlic – Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Step 3: Deglaze with Wine – Pour in the white cooking wine and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, concentrating the flavor.
  4. Step 4: Add Tomatoes and Basil – Pour in the entire can of diced tomatoes with juices. Stir in the dried basil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the mixture for 5–10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Combine with Noodles – Add the cooked egg noodles to the sauce and gently toss to coat. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Garnish – Serve warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

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Keywords: Italian Drunken Noodles, pasta, Italian sausage, bell peppers, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese

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