When you’re craving a hearty, flavorful pasta dish that comes together in one pan, Italian Drunken Noodles are the answer. Loaded with savory Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and a rich tomato-wine sauce, this dish is tossed with tender egg noodles for a meal that’s both comforting and satisfying. Best of all, it’s quick enough for a busy weeknight but tasty enough to impress at the dinner table.
Italian Drunken Noodles
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Egg noodles | 12 oz (cooked to your liking) |
| Ground Italian sausage | 1 lb |
| Bell peppers, chopped | 2 |
| Minced garlic | 3 tsp |
| Italian seasoning | 1 tsp |
| White cooking wine | ½ cup |
| Diced tomatoes, not drained | 28 oz can |
| Dried basil | 1 Tbsp |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Parmesan cheese | For garnish |
| Fresh chopped parsley | For garnish |
Instructions
- Cook sausage and peppers: In a large deep skillet or saucepan, add the ground Italian sausage and chopped bell peppers. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the sausage until fully browned and the peppers are softened.
- Add garlic and seasoning: Reduce heat to medium. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white cooking wine and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces by half.
- Add tomatoes and herbs: Stir in the entire can of diced tomatoes (with juice), along with dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well so everything combines.
- Toss with noodles: Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and stir until they’re evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
Italian Drunken Noodles deliver bold flavor in every bite and are perfect for when you want pasta that feels indulgent without being complicated. Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dinner that everyone will love.
