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drunken noodles

Spicy Italian Drunken Noodles (Fra Diavolo): A Bold, Fiery Pasta Dish


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  • Author: Meriem
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

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

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  • 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

  1. Cook pappardelle pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese (if using), then serve hot directly from the skillet for a hearty, flavorful meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ of the dish (about 1½ cups)
  • Calories: 580 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 62 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg