Description
Indulge in The Best Penne alla Vodka, a quick and delicious pasta dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into restaurant-style experiences. This recipe showcases a creamy tomato sauce with the perfect balance of flavors from vodka, garlic, and fresh ingredients. In just 20 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that will leave everyone at your table asking for seconds. Whether served as a standalone dish or paired with protein like grilled chicken or shrimp, this penne alla vodka is sure to impress with its rich taste and velvety texture. Enjoy it topped with fresh basil and parmesan for an elevated finish.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 small onion (chopped finely)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Fresh basil (optional)
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook penne al dente according to package directions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat; sauté onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in vodka, allowing it to bubble for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste until smooth, then add heavy cream and reduce heat to medium-low.
- Season with salt and pepper; mix in fresh basil if desired.
- Toss the drained penne with the sauce, adding hot pasta water if needed to adjust consistency. Serve hot with grated parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg