Dunken Noodles with Sausage Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8 oz wide rice noodles, cooked according to package instructions
• 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to spice preference)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup bell peppers (red and green), thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, torn, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned and cooked through.
4. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
6. Pour in the red wine, scraping any flavorful bits from the bottom of the skillet.
7. Add tomato paste, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
8. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens.
9. Add the cooked rice noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together until well combined.
10. Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves and serve hot.
11. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
12. Enjoy your IDrunken Noodles with Sausage – a flavorful twist on a classic dish!