Italian Drunken Noodles: A Hearty & Flavorful One-Pan Meal
Italian Drunken Noodles
This bold and flavorful Italian Drunken Noodles recipe brings together hearty Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and tender egg noodles in a garlic-kissed tomato and white wine sauce. It’s a one-pan wonder that’s quick enough for busy weeknights yet delicious enough to impress!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Egg noodles, cooked | 12 oz |
| Ground Italian sausage | 1 lb |
| Bell peppers, chopped | 2 |
| Minced garlic | 3 tsp |
| Italian seasoning | 1 tsp |
| White cooking wine | ½ cup |
| Diced tomatoes (with juice) | 1 can (28 oz) |
| Dried basil | 1 tbsp |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | For garnish |
| Fresh chopped parsley | For garnish |
Instructions
1. Brown the Sausage and Soften Peppers:
In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage along with the chopped bell peppers. Break up the sausage as it browns. Cook until the meat is fully cooked through and the peppers begin to soften.
2. Add Garlic and Seasoning:
Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 30 seconds until the garlic becomes aromatic.
3. Deglaze with Wine:
Pour in the white cooking wine and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine simmer until it reduces by about half.
4. Add Tomatoes and Basil:
Stir in the can of diced tomatoes (with their juices), dried basil, and a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to combine.
5. Mix in the Noodles:
Add the cooked egg noodles into the pan. Toss everything together, stirring frequently, until the noodles are warmed through and fully coated in the sauce.
6. Garnish and Serve:
Spoon into bowls and finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!