Italian Drunken Noodles (Pasta Ubriachi) – Spicy, Garlicky & Irresistible! 🍝🍷


 


1. Cook the Pasta

  • Boil noodles al dente (reserve ½ cup pasta water).

2. Brown the Sausage

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat until browned (5-6 mins). Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté Veggies

  • In the same pan, sauté onion and bell peppers until soft (4-5 mins).

  • Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Simmer the Sauce

  • Stir in tomatoes, wine, broth, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning.

  • Return sausage to the pan and simmer 8-10 mins until slightly reduced.

5. Combine & Serve

  • Toss in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

  • Garnish with basil, Parmesan, and parsley.

Pro Tips for the Best Drunken Noodles

🍷 Wine substitute? Use extra broth + 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar.
🔥 Extra spicy? Add sliced jalapeños or more red pepper flakes.
🧀 Creamy twist – Stir in ¼ cup heavy cream at the end.
💡 No wide noodles? Penne or rigatoni work too!

Serving Ideas

🍽 Classic: With crusty bread and a green salad.
🍷 Date night: Pair with a glass of Chianti.
🌶 Spice lover’s version: Top with Calabrian chiles.

Storage & Reheating

❄️ Fridge: Keeps for 3 days (add splash of water when reheating).
⏳ Freeze: Up to 2 months (thaw in fridge overnight).

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