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Penne Alla Vodka

Penne alla vodka is made with a creamy vodka tomato sauce tossed with penne and lots of fresh parmesan cheese!

Ingredients :

  • 1 pound penne cooked al dente
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 ounces pancetta chopped
  • ⅓ cup vodka
  • 28 ounces whole Italian tomatoes with juices
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions :

  • In a medium pot, cook penne until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a saucepan, cook garlic in butter over medium-low heat until fragrant. Add pancetta and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Add vodka and cook 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes (with juice) and chili flakes, and slightly break it up with a spoon. Simmer 8-10 minutes.
  • Add cream and cook 5 minutes. Add penne to the sauce and cook 1 minute to combine flavors. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat, stir in ½ cup parmesan cheese.
  • Place in bowls and top with parsley and remaining parmesan cheese.