Spicy Italian Drunken Noodles (Fra Diavolo)
Savor this spicy Italian drunken noodles (Fra Diavolo), a fiery blend of pappardelle, ground beef, and zesty tomato sauce, ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for a bold, hearty meal!
Ingredients
- 12 oz pappardelle pasta wide, flat ribbon-like
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, with juice
- ½ cup tomato paste
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes adjust for spice
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated (optional, for serving)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pappardelle pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes until beef is browned and vegetables are softened.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and red wine, stirring to combine.
- Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese (if using), then serve hot directly from the skillet for a hearty, flavorful meal.
