Penne Alla Vodka (Vodka Cream Pasta)

Name: Penne Alla Vodka (Vodka Cream Pasta)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 12 ounces dried penne pasta (or I used fettuccine); 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 medium shallotsorhalf a medium red onion, peeled and finely diced (about 2/3 cup); 6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1 cup vodka; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes*; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup torn or julienned fresh basil leaves, divided; grated Parmesan cheese

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Cook Time

40m

Total Time

45m

This Penne Alla Vodka recipe combines al dente pasta with a creamy, tomato-based sauce infused with the flavors of shallots, garlic, and basil. The addition of vodka adds a depth of flavor, while the heavy cream brings a rich, indulgent texture to this classic Italian dish.

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Servings: 4

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12 ounces dried penne pasta (or I used fettuccine)

1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 medium shallotsorhalf a medium red onion, peeled and finely diced (about 2/3 cup)

6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

1 cup vodka

1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes*

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup torn or julienned fresh basil leaves, divided

grated Parmesan cheese

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

987kcal

49%
Fat

25g

1%
Saturated Fat

11g

0%
Carbohydrates

144g

7%
Fiber

9g

0%
Sugar

8g

0%
Protein

26g

1%
Cholesterol

50mg

2%
Sodium

360mg

18%

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

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