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: Kosher salt; 12 ounces penne; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 large shallot or 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped; 1 28 -ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand; 3/4 cup vodka (optional); 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces penne
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large shallot or 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1 28 -ounce can whole plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
3/4 cup vodka (optional)
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook as the label directs.
3
Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta.
4
Drizzle lightly with olive oil, toss and set aside.
5
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until soft, about 2 minutes.
7
Add the tomatoes, vodka, the reserved cooking water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes.
8
Bring to a rapid simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.
9
Stir in the cream and simmer 1 more minute.
10
Add the cooked pasta, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the grated cheese and parsley to the sauce.
11
Cook, tossing, 2 to 3 minutes.
12
Season with salt.
13
Divide among bowls and top with more cheese.
14
Per serving: Calories 607; Fat 25 g (Saturated 10 g); Cholesterol 49 mg; Sodium 982 mg; Carbohydrate 77 g; Fiber 6 g; Protein 18 g
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Photograph by Christopher Testani

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces penne, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 1 large shallot or 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped, 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.

Penne With Vodka Sauce

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