Penne Alla Vodka

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5.0

3 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    435 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Penne Alla Vodka

Pink sauce pasta aka spicy pasta alla vodka is a creamy, vibrant dish that combines the best of tomato and cream sauces for an irresistibly rich flavor without the vodka. This delicious pasta is has a velvety smooth texture and is packed with flavor for an easy 30 minute weeknight meal!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 oz dry pasta
  • 2 tablespoon butter or 1 tbsp butter +1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
  • 3-4 cloves minced garlic 
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon EACH oregano, garlic powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, bouillon powder, salt
  • fresh black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup pasta water
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or more or less to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
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Instructions

  1. Boil pasta in salted water as per package directions, cooking al dente. Reserve about ¼ cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat butter in a large heavy-duty pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook down for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook down for 30 seconds then stir in the tomato paste and spices.
  3. Sauté for 2-3 minutes then pour in the heavy cream, pasta water, and parmesan cheese. Bring the mixture to a simmer then lower heat to low.
  4. Stir in the cooked drained pasta and sliced basil. Mix until fully incorporated and pasta slightly thickens (it will thicken as it rests).
  5. Garnish with additional chopped basil and Parmesan cheese on top of the pasta if you like.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 435kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 65mg (22%) Sodium 185mg (8%) Potassium 295mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1018IU (20%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 100mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 435 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 435kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 185mg 8%
Potassium 295mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1018IU 20%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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