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Lighter Penne alla Vodka

Classic penne alla vodka got a nip and a tuck with a lightened up ingredient that cuts the calorie count but keeps it creamy. Perfect as a main or side!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 678 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion , small diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , pressed or minced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup vodka
  • 1 15- ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • ¾ cup Unsweetened Original Almondmilk Cashewmilk Blend
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • parsley , chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

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  1. Cook the penne pasta in salted water according to the package directions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
  2. In a dutch oven or a large skillet with at least 3-inch high sides, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and the garlic and stir to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally so the garlic doesn't burn, then set the temperature to low and season with kosher salt and the red pepper flakes. Cook until the onions are soft and lightly golden, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Bring the heat back up to medium, add the vodka and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the vodka has reduced by half.
  4. Add the tomatoes, and cook for about 5 more minutes or until the sauce thickens.
  5. Stir in the Almondmilk Cashewmilk blend and cook for another 2-3 minutes, then season with more kosher salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the penne noodles and toss to coat. If the sauce seems too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
  7. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information

Calories 678kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 96g (32%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 220mg (9%) Potassium 634mg (18%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 244IU (5%) Vitamin C 13mg (14%) Calcium 129mg (13%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 678

% Daily Value*

Calories 678kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 96g 32%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 220mg 9%
Potassium 634mg 13%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 244IU 5%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 129mg 13%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.