Penne Ala Vodka Recipe
tomato, garlic, vodka blush sauce meatballs sauteed chicken sauteed shrimp
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vodka Sauce
Meatballs
Protein Additions
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Penne
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Vodka Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Vodka
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and vodka. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Heavy Cream
Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Finish with Basil
Stir in the chopped basil just before serving.
Meatball Preparation
- 6
- 7
Form and Cook Meatballs
Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter). In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat and cook the meatballs until browned all over and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Protein Additions Preparation
- 8
Sauté Chicken and Shrimp
In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add the sliced chicken breast. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside. Next, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Combining Everything
- 9
Combine and Serve
In the large pot with the drained penne, add the vodka sauce, meatballs, sautéed chicken, and shrimp. Toss to combine and heat through. Serve hot and enjoy!
