Vodka Penne Recipe
Penne pasta served with a house made creamy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Creamy Tomato Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil 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, usually about 10-12 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Incorporate Cream
Reduce the heat to low, then add the heavy cream, stirring continuously until fully combined. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combining
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the creamy tomato sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 7
Serve
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
