1-Prepare pappardelle noodles: Prepare pappardelle noodles according to package instructions. Drain well and keep warm.

2-Heat olive oil: In a large, heavy-bottom pan over medium-high heat, add about 2 tablespoons olive oil.

3-Brown sausage: Crumble spicy Italian sausage into the pan and brown in oil until cooked through. Remove sausage from pan and set aside.

4-Caramelize onion: Add sliced onion to the pan with sausage drippings. Caramelize until golden, about 5 minutes, stirring to prevent burning. Add salt, Italian seasoning, and cracked black pepper; stir.

5-Sauté bell peppers: Add sliced bell peppers and sauté with onions for about 2 minutes until slightly tender and golden.

6-Add garlic and wine: Add garlic; once aromatic, add white wine and reduce until almost completely evaporated.

7-Combine tomatoes and sausage: Add diced tomatoes with juice and return browned sausage to pan. Fold to combine.

8-Simmer mixture: Simmer mixture gently for 3 to 4 minutes to blend flavors. Turn off heat.

9-Finish sauce: Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons olive oil into sauce for silky richness. Stir in chopped parsley and half the julienned basil.

10-Toss noodles: Add cooked pappardelle noodles into sauce and gently toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

11-Serve: Serve by dividing into bowls. Garnish with remaining julienned basil. Optional toppings include shaved parmesan and extra olive oil drizzle.