Penne alla Vodka

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Penne alla Vodka

Whip up penne alla vodka in just 40 minutes using simple ingredients. This rich, creamy comfort-food pasta is an Italian favorite. We've even got substitutes for the vodka for a budget or family-friendly option.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced white or yellow onion (1 small onion)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic  (about 2 cloves)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 (28 ounce can) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 16 ounces penne pasta
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Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in 1 cup diced white or yellow onion and saute for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add in 2 teaspoons minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSauté for about 1 minute until garlic becomes fragrant.
  3. Mix in 1 tablespoon dried basil1 (28 ounce can) crushed tomatoes, and 1/2 cup vodka. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering for about 10 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly.
  4. Add in 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
  5. Turn off the heat and add 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese melts.
  6. Meanwhile, cook 16 ounces penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  7. Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet and coat it well with the sauce. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water to thin it out.
  8. Serve Penne alla Vodka hot, garnished with the remaining 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese for sprinkling over top.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 642kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 72g (24%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 733mg (31%) Potassium 697mg (20%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 1288IU (26%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 199mg (20%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 642 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 642kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 72g 24%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 733mg 31%
Potassium 697mg 15%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 1288IU 26%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 199mg 20%
Iron 4mg 22%

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

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