Penne with Vodka Sauce Recipe

Name: Penne with Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1 whole Sweet Onion, Minced; 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 34 ounces, weight Crushed Tomatoes; 1 whole Bay Leaf; 1/2 teaspoons Salt And Pepper, Adjust To Taste; 4 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil, Plus More For Garnish; ⅛ teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (up To 1/4 Teaspoon Depending On Taste); 1 cup Vodka; 1 pound Penne Pasta; 1/2 cups Heavy Cream; 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated

Servings: persons

1 clove Garlic, Minced
1 whole Sweet Onion, Minced
1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
34 ounces, weight Crushed Tomatoes
1 whole Bay Leaf
1/2 teaspoons Salt And Pepper, Adjust To Taste
4 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil, Plus More For Garnish
⅛ teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (up To 1/4 Teaspoon Depending On Taste)
1 cup Vodka
1 pound Penne Pasta
1/2 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated

1
Cook the garlic and onion in olive oil over medium-high heat until translucent (about 3 minutes).
2
Add tomatoes, bay leaf, and salt and pepper.
3
Simmer the sauce for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4
After 1 hour, add the basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and vodka.
5
Then simmer over low heat, stirring frequently until reduced by about 1/4 (this will take approximately 25 minutes).
6
Meanwhile, cook the penne according to box directions.
7
Stir cream and Parmesan cheese into the sauce and simmer for 5-10 more minutes.
8
Finally, stir the cooked penne into the sauce.
9
Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve.

768

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 clove Garlic, Minced, 1 whole Sweet Onion, Minced, 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 34 ounces, weight Crushed Tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Penne with Vodka Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penne with Vodka Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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