Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce With Penne Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, rich, and unbelievably smooth pink vodka sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta! This quick and easy recipe (ready in under 20 minutes!) elevates weeknight dinners. Use your favorite vodka – if you wouldn't drink it, you shouldn't cook with it! The perfect blend of savory tomato, creamy richness, and a hint of spice makes this a crowd-pleasing pasta dish you'll crave again and again. #PinkVodkaSauce #PastaRecipe #EasyDinner #WeeknightMeal #VodkaSauce #ItalianFood #PennePasta

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 430.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (98 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce With Penne

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How to Make Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce With Penne

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste) and cook for 1 minute. Stir in 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add 1/2 cup vodka, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream. Reduce heat to low.
  7. Add 1 pound cooked penne pasta (reserve some pasta water if needed for consistency) and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss to coat.
  8. Grate 1 cup of Parmesan cheese over the pasta using a microplane grater (or regular grater).
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

29g

Carbs

20g

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