Penne Alla Vodka
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces penne
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced white onion
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 garlic cloves minced or pressed
- ½ cup vodka
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the penne according to package directions. Drain, but reserve ¼ cup pasta water. Set noodles aside.16 ounces penne
- Melt butter and olive oil together in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and red pepper flakes. Cook until onions are translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup diced white onion, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 4 garlic cloves
- Pour in the vodka, and allow the alcohol to cook out, about 15 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer for an additional 5 minutes.½ cup vodka, 15 ounces tomato sauce, Salt and pepper
- Reduce the heat to low, and add heavy cream. Stir to combine. Don't allow the sauce to become too hot or cream could break or curdle. Bring sauce to a simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, then remove from heat.1 cup heavy cream
- Toss the noodles with the sauce, and use the reserved pasta water to thin out the sauce if needed. Top with grated parmesan and fresh basil. Serve immediately.¼ cup reserved pasta water
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 4 ounces of pasta. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Penne Alla Vodka
Serving Size
4 Ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
845
% Daily Value*
Fat
36
g
55
%
Saturated Fat
20
g
100
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
90
mg
30
%
Sodium
600
mg
25
%
Potassium
701
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
97
g
32
%
Fiber
6
g
24
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
1636
IU
33
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
96
mg
10
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
