Ingredients for Penne Sausages A La Vodka
- Italian Pork Sausage
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Olive Oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Garlic Cloves
- Red Pepper
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 24 oz jar tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- White Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup vodka
- Half And Half Cream
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Parmesan Cheese
- 1 lb penne pasta
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (amount to taste)
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How to Make Penne Sausages A La Vodka
- Prick 1 lb Italian sausage casings several times and cook in a pot of lightly salted boiling water for 3 minutes.
- Remove sausages from water, let cool slightly, and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sausages, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Cook until sausages are lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 bell pepper (chopped) and 1 zucchini (chopped). Cook for 2 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, cook 1 lb penne pasta according to package directions in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until al dente. Drain well.
- Add 24 oz jar tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin to the sausage mixture.
- Simmer for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce begins to thicken.
- Stir in 1/4 cup vodka and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
89 g
Sugar
34g
Fat
104g
Carbs
35g
