Lightened-Up Penne a la Vodka Recipe

Name: Lightened-Up Penne a la Vodka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces whole-wheat penne; 1/4 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small shallot, minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes; 1/3 cup vodka; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1/2 cup loosely packed Italian flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces whole-wheat penne
1/4 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/3 cup vodka
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup loosely packed Italian flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the penne and cook according to package directions.
3
Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.
4
Whisk the yogurt with the cream in a measuring cup and set aside.
5
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the shallots and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
7
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
8
Remove from the heat and stir in the tomatoes and vodka.
9
Return the skillet to medium heat, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring often, until the alcohol cooks off and the sauce comes together and thickens, about 7 minutes.
10
Stir in the yogurt-cream mixture and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
11
Add the pasta, Parmesan, parsley and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet and toss to combine.
12
Use the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce as needed.

166

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces whole-wheat penne, 1/4 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Lightened-Up Penne a la Vodka falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lightened-Up Penne a la Vodka

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