Penne Pasta Vodka Sauce Recipe
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Make Penne Pasta Vodka Sauce in just 40m. Penne Pasta in a Special Vodka Sauce
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Ingredients
Pasta
Vodka Sauce
Cooking the Pasta
1. Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
2. Cook Pasta
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally.
3. Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Preparing the Vodka Sauce
4. Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add Red Pepper Flakes
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release their flavor.
6. Deglaze with Vodka
Carefully add 1 cup of vodka to the skillet, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Cook until the vodka reduces by half, about 3-5 minutes.
7. Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
8. Add Cream and Cheese
Reduce heat to low, then stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
9. Add Fresh Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
10. Combine
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the vodka sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
11. Serve
Serve hot, garnished with the reserved fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
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