Penne Alla Vodka Recipe
Classic vodka sauce with cream and tomatoes, tossed with penne pasta and parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomato Sauce and Vodka
Pour in the tomato sauce and vodka, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cream and Cheese
Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the vodka sauce. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.