🍝 Easy Italian Drunken Noodles – Bold, Saucy, and Ready in 30 Minutes

If you love big flavors and quick dinners, you’re going to fall for these Easy Italian Drunken Noodles. Inspired by classic Thai drunken noodles but with an Italian twist, this dish features wide pasta tossed with spicy Italian sausage, garlic, basil, and a rich tomato-wine sauce.

It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in about 30 minutes

• One-pan Italian-style pasta

• Bold, spicy, and full of flavor

• Perfect for weeknight dinners

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• 🛒 Ingredients

  • 12 oz pappardelle or wide egg noodles

  • 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

  • 1 small onion, sliced

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • ½ cup dry red wine

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • ½ cup fresh basil, chopped

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

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  👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  3. In the same pan, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds.

  4. Pour in red wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.

  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  6. Return sausage to the pan and simmer sauce for 8–10 minutes.

  7. Add cooked noodles and toss to coat evenly.

  8. Finish with fresh basil and serve with Parmesan cheese.

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  🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers up to 4 days.

  • Reheat: Warm on stovetop or microwave with a splash of water or broth.