PENNE A LA VODKA (WITH A LITTLE KICK!)

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This Penne a la Vodka recipe is better than any version I have ever had in a restaurant. I made it for my son's first birthday party (to keep the grown-ups happy) and it was a big hit. It has a spicy little kick from the red pepper flakes, but that is easily adjusted to suit different tastes. From "The Kosher Palette" cookbook.

Provided by Kishka

Categories     Penne

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces penne pasta
5 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, minced
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup vodka
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until al dente, drain and reserve in a large serving bowl.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then add onion, garlic and red pepper flakes. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Pour in vodka and stir, then allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, then simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cream and salt and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add parmesan cheese and mix in thoroughly, then season with pepper to taste.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.5, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 94.5, Sodium 1012.2, Carbohydrate 71.9, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 5.6, Protein 14.2

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