Italian Drunken Noodles: A Bold, One-Pan Weeknight Winner
Looking for a dinner that’s quick, satisfying, and full of bold flavor? Look no further than these Italian Drunken Noodles—a hearty one-pan wonder that fuses juicy Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and tender noodles in a rich tomato and white wine sauce. It’s comfort food with a kick, and it comes together in under 30 minutes.
🍝 What You’ll Need:
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12 oz cooked egg noodles
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1 lb ground Italian sausage
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2 bell peppers, chopped (any color works!)
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3 tsp minced garlic
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ cup white cooking wine
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1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 tbsp dried basil
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
🔪 How to Make It:
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Brown the Sausage & Peppers
In a deep skillet or large pan, cook the Italian sausage and chopped bell peppers over medium-high heat. Stir and break up the sausage until it’s fully browned and the peppers have softened slightly. -
Add Garlic & Seasoning
Turn the heat down to medium. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Let it cook for another 30 seconds, just until fragrant. -
Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the white cooking wine and stir well, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer until the wine reduces by about half. -
Add Tomatoes & Basil
Mix in the entire can of diced tomatoes (with juice), then add the dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes so the flavors meld. -
Toss in the Noodles
Add your cooked egg noodles straight into the pan. Stir everything together for 2–3 minutes, making sure the noodles soak up that savory sauce. -
Serve It Up
Dish into bowls and top generously with grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Enjoy immediately while hot.
This rustic, wine-kissed pasta dish is the ultimate comfort meal—no fuss, just pure Italian-inspired flavor. Perfect for busy nights when you need something hearty and homemade in a flash.