
Penne alla Vodka
User Reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
642 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian, Italian-American Fussion

Penne alla Vodka
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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
- 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
- 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.
- Add in 2 teaspoons minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSauté for about 1 minute until garlic becomes fragrant.
- 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.
- 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.
- Turn off the heat and add 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese melts.
- Meanwhile, cook 16 ounces penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- 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.
- 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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Overall Rating
5.0
18 reviews
Excellent
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