Penne Al Finlandia Recipe
Penne pasta, pink vodka sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Penne
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. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomato Sauce and Vodka
Stir in the tomato sauce and vodka. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
- 4
Add Cream and Cheese
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 6
Serve
Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving. Enjoy your Penne al Finlandia!





