Italian Drunken Noodles (Printable Version)
Savory sausage and peppers with noodles in a rich tomato wine sauce for a comforting dish.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Pasta
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8 oz cooked egg noodles
→ Meat and Vegetables
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1 lb ground Italian sausage
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1 cup chopped bell peppers (red or yellow)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings and Sauces
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 cup dry white cooking wine
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 tsp dried basil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps to Cook:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground Italian sausage and chopped bell peppers. Cook 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is browned and peppers are tender.
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Reduce heat to medium. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour in the white cooking wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet to loosen browned bits. Simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add the undrained diced tomatoes and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine thoroughly and form a cohesive sauce.
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Gently fold in the cooked egg noodles using tongs or a wooden spoon. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until heated through and well coated with sauce.
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Remove from heat. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Serve immediately for best flavor.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow the wine to reduce properly to enhance flavor without overpowering the dish.
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Adjust seasoning after adding tomatoes and wine for a balanced taste.
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Brown the sausage thoroughly to develop depth of flavor.
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Add cheese off heat to prevent clumping.