Penne Alla Vodka

Penne alla Vodka is a creamy, comforting pasta dish with a rich tomato-cream sauce and just the right amount of heat. It's an easy weeknight dinner made from pantry staples, and this recipe includes vodka substitutes to make it family-friendly and budget-conscious. Get the printable recipe at https://thestayathomechef.com/penne-alla-vodka/ ⭐ Ready in just 40 minutes ⭐ Vodka-free options included ⭐ Great for weeknights or cozy weekends 🍝🍷🥜🍝🍷🥜🍝🍷🥜🍝 INGREDIENTS ⚬ 16 ounces penne pasta ⚬ 1 tablespoon olive oil ⚬ 1 medium white onion, diced ⚬ 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves) ⚬ 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ⚬ 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes ⚬ 1/2 cup vodka ⚬ 1 tablespoon dried basil ⚬ 1 1/2 cups heavy cream ⚬ 1 teaspoon salt ⚬ 1 teaspoon black pepper ⚬ 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided INSTRUCTIONS 1⃣ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. 2⃣ Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring frequently. 3⃣ Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. 4⃣ Stir in crushed tomatoes, vodka, and dried basil. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook for 10 minutes to reduce and thicken slightly. 5⃣ Add heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer on medium-low for another 5 minutes. 6⃣ Turn off the heat. Stir in half the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. 7⃣ Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed. 8⃣ Serve hot, garnished with remaining parmesan cheese. Subscribe for more restaurant-quality recipes you can easily make at home. #penneallavodka #vodkapasta #easyitalianrecipes #weeknightdinners #pastarecipes #thestayathomechef