Keto Penne a la Vodka

Indulge in the creamy, flavorful decadence of Keto Penne a la Vodka, a low-carb twist on the classic Italian favorite. This recipe combines tender keto-friendly penne pasta with a rich, silky vodka sauce made from tomato paste, heavy cream, and a touch of vodka for a subtle kick. Sautéed garlic and red pepper flakes add aromatic depth, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fragrant basil take this dish to gourmet heights. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple, accessible ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and basil, for a perfect keto comfort food experience that's big on flavor and low on carbs.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Keto penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 medium Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cups Tomato paste
• 0.75 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cups Vodka
• 0.75 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 3 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the keto penne pasta and cook as per package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the paste darkens in color.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and carefully stir in the heavy cream and vodka. Simmer gently for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the sauce to thicken.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the penne thoroughly with the sauce.

Step 7

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.

Step 10

Serve the Keto Penne a la Vodka warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1429.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1706.2

Total Fat 125.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 2816.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 829.8mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1553.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.6%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 11.2%