Penne Alla Vodka Recipe
Penne Pasta in our FAMOUS Creamy Vodka Sauce. (Our Vodka Sauce is Meatless.)
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vodka Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Penne
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions for al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Making the Vodka Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add Red Pepper Flakes
Stir in crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional minute.
- 6
Add Tomato Puree and Vodka
Pour in the tomato puree and vodka, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
- 7
Incorporate Heavy Cream
Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil to the sauce, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 10
Combine
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the vodka sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- 11
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
