Easy And Delicious Penne Alla Vodka

This easy and delicious Penne Alla Vodka recipe is ready in 20 minutes or less and is the perfect quick weeknight dinner idea for the family. Vegetarian too

Course Entree

Cuisine Italian

Keyword classical italian pasta sauce, italian pasta sauce, italian recipes, pasta recipes, penne alla vodka, penne recipes, vodka sauce

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 587kcal

Author Tiffany Bendayan

Ingredients

1 lb Penne Rigate cooked and drained
1 cup vodka your favorite brand
15 oz pasta Sauce jarred or homemade
1 onion chopped
2 cloves garlic chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, you can add more or less
3/4 cup sundried tomatoes chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese grated (more if you'd like)
2-3 Tablespoons parsley chopped
Salt + Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons butter

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Instructions

In a large heavy skillet, place the butter and olive oil over medium heat
Add the garlic, onion and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper
Cook until the onion has softened. 2-3 minutes
Carefully remove the skillet from the stove and pour the vodka
Return the skillet to the stove and cook until the liquid has reduced by half
Add the ragu homestyle sauce and the sundried tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper
Cook the sauce until it starts to boil
Add the cream and mix until the sauce begins to simmer. Check for seasoning
Add the cooked pasta and toss until combined
Top with cheese and parsley
Enjoy!

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