Italian Drunken Noodles!–

Italian Drunken Noodles Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Difficulty: Moderate

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces fettuccine or wide egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine or egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Sausage:
   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Deglaze the Skillet:
   • Pour in the white wine to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
   • Add the diced tomatoes with their juices, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Combine and Simmer:
   • Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.
   • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Toss with Noodles:
   • Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce.
   • Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the Italian Drunken Noodles hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information (per serving, based on 4 servings):

• Calories: 520
• Total Fat: 28g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 65mg
• Sodium: 900mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 20g

Enjoy your Italian Drunken Noodles!