Ingredients
- 400 g penne pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 200 ml tomato puree (passata)
- 150 ml heavy cream
- 60 ml vodka
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish (optional)
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Penne Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Make the Vodka Sauce:
- In a large skillet or pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add Garlic and Tomato Puree:
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomato puree (passata) and stir well.
Simmer the Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Heavy Cream and Vodka:
- Pour in the heavy cream and vodka, and stir to combine.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a bit of heat.
Combine the Sauce and Pasta:
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve:
- Divide the Penne alla Vodka among serving plates.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and grated Parmesan cheese.Enjoy your delicious Penne alla Vodka with metric measurements!
Nutrition Facts
Penne alla vodka
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
616
% Daily Value*
Fat
21
g
32
%
Saturated Fat
13
g
81
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
58
mg
19
%
Sodium
81
mg
4
%
Potassium
538
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
83
g
28
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
15
g
30
%
Vitamin A
1052
IU
21
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
65
mg
7
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.