Italian Drunken Noodles

This is a take on classic Italian dishes. There are many varieties of Italian Pasta dishes other than lasagna, Spaghetti, These Italian Drunken Noodles are a highly popular dish in Italy.

A truly simple dish made with pasta, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, there is not much effort involved in making this dish any night of the week or for any type of event or celebration.

Part of the reason that this dish has the name of Italian Drunken Noodles is due to the fact that the noodles are cooked slowly in a combination of white wine and chicken broth.

No need to stress over the use of White Wine, the alcohol does cook off when the dish is made. Another reason for the name is that most often this dish is enjoyed with a glass of beer or whiskey.

If you’re looking for a delicious and authentic Italian pasta dish to try, drunken noodle is a perfect choice.

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Why Everyone Loves This Italian Drunken Noodles Recipe

This Italian Drunken Noodles recipe is loved by many because it combines the flavors of Italian sausage, peppers, and tomatoes with the deliciousness of egg noodles.

Adding white cooking wine gives the dish a unique and flavorful twist. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Why should I consider making this recipe?

The dish is super easy to make, it is a versatile dish and the taste is immense. Italian Drunken Noodles is one of the most popular dishes in Italy and will be in your home also. It is a great dish to bring to picnics, parties or potlucks.

Can I customize this recipe?

This dish is customizable. You can use different meat, such as sausage or chicken. You can use various types of pasta in place of the egg noodles.

Italian Drunken Noodles Video

Ingredients Needed:

• Egg Noodles cooked to your liking
• Ground Italian sausage
• Peppers chopped
• Minced garlic
• Italian seasoning
• White cooking wine
• Can diced tomatoes not be drained
• Dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for garnish

How to make drunken noodles from scratch?

Step 1. Add the meat and peppers to a large saucepan or skillet with deep sides over medium-high heat. Cook until the meat is completely browned and the peppers have begun to soften.

Step 2. Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Saute 30 seconds longer.

Adding minced garlic.

Adding Italian seasoning.

Step 3. Mix in the white cooking wine and saute until the liquid in the pot is reduced by half.

Step 4. Pour the diced tomatoes into the pot along with the dried basil and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine well.

Adding diced tomatoes.

Adding basil.

Step 5. Mix in the cooked noodles and continue to saute until heated through.

Step 6. Top with grated Parmesan and freshly chopped parsley for garnish.

Now, ready to serve!

Italian Drunken Noodles

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 people

This is a take on classic Italian dishes. There are many varieties of Italian Pasta dishes other than lasagna, Spaghetti, These Italian Drunken Noodles are a highly popular dish in Italy. A truly simple dish made with pasta, tomatoes, garlic and herbs, there is not much effort involved in making this dish any night of the week or for any type of event or celebration.

4.30 from 124 votes

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Ingredients 

• 12 oz Egg Noodles , cooked to your liking
• 1 lb Ground Italian sausage
• 2 Bell peppers , chopped
• 3 tsp Minced garlic
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ C White cooking wine
• 28 oz Can diced tomatoes, not drained
• 1 Tbsp Dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions

• Add the meat and peppers to a large saucepan or skillet with deep sides over medium-high heat. Cook until the meat is completely browned and the peppers have begun to soften.
• Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Saute 30 seconds longer.
• Mix in the white cooking wine and saute until the liquid in the pot is reduced by half.
• Pour the diced tomatoes into the pot along with the dried basil and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine well.
• Mix in the cooked noodles and continue to saute until heated through.
• Top with grated Parmesan and fresh chopped parsley for garnish.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1499IU | Vitamin C: 64mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 4mg

Author: Laura

How should I store this Italian Drunken Noodles dish?

Once the dish has cooled completely, it can be placed into an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

How should I reheat this dish?

The Italian Drunken noodles can be heated in the microwave as individual servings, it could be placed in a saucepan and heated slowly on the stovetop. You could also cover the dish with foil and place it in the oven to warm up in a 350* oven.

Can I store this dish in the freezer?

This dish can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure that the food has cooled completely and then be sure it is in an airtight container.

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