The Ultimate Vodka Penne Recipe: Heavenly and Irresistible!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1(16 ounce) packagedry penne pasta

  • 1teaspoonolive oil

  • 2ouncesprosciutto, chopped

  • 2clovesgarlic, minced

  • ½teaspoonred pepper flakes

  • 2(16 ounce) canswhole peeled tomatoes

  • 1cupheavy cream

  • ½cupvodka

  • 1cupParmesan cheese

  • ½cupchopped fresh basil leaves

  • salt to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Sauté prosciutto, garlic, and red pepper flakes in hot oil for 1 minute. Mix in tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in cream and vodka; simmer until sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes.

  3. Stir Parmesan and basil into sauce until well combined. Season with salt. Add penne and toss until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories633
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
32g
41%
Saturated Fat
18g
92%
Cholesterol
99mg
33%
Sodium
1007mg
44%
Total Carbohydrate
50g
18%
Dietary Fiber
5g
18%
Total Sugars
8g
Protein
22g
43%
Vitamin C
33mg
37%
Calcium
297mg
23%
Iron
3mg
15%
Potassium
788mg
17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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