Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the pappardelle noodles and cook according to the package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the noodles well and set aside, saving a splash of pasta water for later use.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and sauté over medium heat for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Once the onions are golden, add the sliced bell peppers and cook for about 2 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce for 2 minutes, then add the crushed tomatoes and stir thoroughly.
- Return the browned sausage to the skillet, stirring into the sauce. Let it simmer on low heat for about 3 minutes.
- Drizzle in more olive oil and stir in the fresh herbs. Toss the cooked pappardelle noodles with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs on top. Enjoy with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
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Notes
These Italian Drunken Noodles are bursting with flavors that are bound to become a comforting favorite! Allow the wine to reduce properly for depth in flavor, and don't skip the fresh herbs for maximum impact.
