Easy Pasta Side Dishes (Best Penne Pasta Recipe and More)
User Reviews
0.0
0 reviews
Unrated
-
Servings
6
-
Calories
511 kcal
-
Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Others
Easy Pasta Side Dishes (Best Penne Pasta Recipe and More)
Report
Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce is one of the most classic pasta side dishes. It’s creamy, bright, and full of flavor!
Share:
Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup vodka
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Add to Shopping List
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add garlic, onions and red pepper flakes. Cook for 4-5 minutes until soft, stirring regularly to prevent sticking.
- Add the vodka and tomatoes. Stir and continue cooking for about 7 minutes more until the sauce has reduced somewhat.
- Add the tomato paste, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer partially covered for 15-20 minutes until reduced by about half. Stir occasionally.
- While the sauce is simmering, you can cook the pasta following the package directions. Drain, toss with a tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor. Purée for about 5 to 10 seconds until smooth.
- Add the pureed sauce back to the skillet. With the heat on medium-low, add in the half and half or cream. Stir gently for about 1 minute until it starts to bubble.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese. Then toss with the cooked pasta until coated completely. Garnish with extra parmesan and optional parsley or basil before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show Details
Calories
511kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
66g
(22%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
44mg
(15%)
Sodium
293mg
(12%)
Potassium
519mg
(15%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
694IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
133mg
(13%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 511 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 511kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 66g | 22% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 519mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 694IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 133mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Genuine Reviews
User Reviews
Overall Rating
0.0
0 reviews
Unrated
Other Recipes
You'll Also Love
