Penne a la Vodka

Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of Penne a la Vodka, a classic Italian-American pasta dish that's both comforting and elegant. This recipe features tender penne pasta coated in a luxurious tomato vodka sauce, made with crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and a splash of vodka for depth and complexity. Aromatic garlic and onions, a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese take this dish to the next level. Finished with fragrant basil and ready in just 30 minutes, Penne a la Vodka is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for an unforgettable meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup vodka
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vodka and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the alcohol has reduced by half.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and continue to cook for another minute to melt the cheese.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.

Step 10

Serve the penne a la vodka hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1699.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2968.7

Total Fat 130.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 284.5mg	0%
Sodium 2834.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 624.7mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 2563.9mg	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: 44.3%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 45.6%