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Italian Drunken Noodles

Italian Drunken Noodles

Italian drunken noodles are a seriously mouthwatering combination of sausage, noodles, white wine, fresh herbs and veggies, in a rich tomato sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian, Thai
Servings 8 servings
Calories 396 kcal

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • liquid measuring cup
  • large skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Colander
  • pot

Ingredients
  

Oil and Sausage

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Pound Italian sausage hot is recommended

Vegetables

  • 2 Cups yellow onion thick julienne-cut
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 Teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 Cloves garlic sliced

Liquids

  • 0.5 Cup white wine good quality
  • 28 Ounces diced tomatoes canned

Pasta and Herbs

  • 8 Ounces pappardelle pasta or fettuccine
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh basil chiffonade-cut
  • parmesan cheese fresh grated, for optional garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking it up into large crumbles using a wooden spoon.
  • Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside (leave the grease in the skillet).
  • Add the onion to the pan and cook over medium heat until it starts to brown slightly, about 4 or 5 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Add the garlic and cook for a minute, then add the bell peppers and continue cooking for 3 more minutes. Now add the wine and let it cook until reduced by half, about 4 or 5 minutes.
  • Finally, add the tomatoes and the cooked sausage. Stir and cook over a medium/low heat for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While making the sauce, cook the pasta as directed on the package. Drain and set aside.
  • Add the parsley and half the basil to the sauce and toss the cooked pasta to coat it in the sauce.
  • Top with the remaining basil and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if liked.

Notes

Keep the spicy Italian sausage drippings. Don't throw the grease out after cooking the Italian sausage; it adds a lot of rich flavor. Keep the sausage fairly chunky for the best texture. Use julienne cuts for the vegetables and chiffonade for the basil. Choose a good quality white wine, preferably something that pairs well with the meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 14gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 713mgPotassium: 579mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1647IUVitamin C: 72mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Italian Drunken Noodles, Pasta
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