Description
Spicy Italian drunken noodles deliver a bold culinary adventure straight from bustling kitchen tables. Saucy ribbons of pasta mingle with zesty sausage and fresh herbs, promising a flavor-packed meal that satisfies deep hunger and sparks dinnertime excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
Carbohydrates:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) egg noodles (cooked al dente)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 2 medium green peppers (cleaned and diced)
- 28 ounces (794 grams) diced tomatoes in can with juice
- 3 teaspoons garlic (freshly minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup white cooking wine
Garnish:
- Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Brown spicy Italian sausage and colorful bell peppers in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is fully cooked and vegetables are slightly caramelized.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and quickly toast Italian seasoning and fragrant garlic for approximately 30 seconds, releasing their aromatic oils.
- Pour white wine into the skillet, allowing the liquid to simmer and reduce by half, concentrating the flavor profile.
- Add crushed tomatoes with their natural juices, creating a rich and vibrant sauce base.
- Sprinkle dried basil, salt, and cracked black pepper to enhance the overall taste complexity.
- Gently fold cooked noodles into the saucy mixture, ensuring each strand is evenly coated and heated through.
- Plate the steaming dish and generously garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a snowfall of grated Parmesan cheese for a delightful finish.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping spicy Italian sausage with chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Control spice levels by selecting mild or hot sausage, adjusting to personal heat tolerance.
- Fresh herbs dramatically elevate flavor, so use fresh basil and parsley instead of dried when possible.
- Balance wine selection carefully; choose a dry white wine like Pinot Grigio that complements the dish’s robust flavors without overpowering other ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg