🍝 Italian Drunken Noodles: A Bold, Flavor-Packed Comfort Dish
If you love rich pasta dishes with a kick of heat and deep, savory flavor, Italian Drunken Noodles might become your new favorite. Despite the name, there’s no actual alcohol required (though some variations include wine), but the dish earns its “drunken” reputation from its bold, intense taste—thanks to garlic, Italian sausage, peppers, and a perfectly seasoned sauce that clings to every strand of pasta.
This dish is hearty, slightly spicy, and incredibly satisfying—perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests with something a little different.
🧾 Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make Italian Drunken Noodles:
- 300–400g wide pasta (pappardelle or fettuccine work best)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 Italian sausages (mild or spicy), casing removed
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine for deeper flavor)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Method
1. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente (firm to the bite).
Drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
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