Quick And Easy Vodka Sauce Recipe

This creamy, dreamy vodka sauce is ready in under 40 minutes! Perfect over penne pasta, tossed with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a restaurant-quality meal at home. This recipe uses a simple marinara base (recipe #421238 recommended) and builds incredible flavor with just a few pantry staples. Make sure your sour cream is at room temperature to prevent curdling for the ultimate smooth and luscious sauce!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 405.9 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick And Easy Vodka Sauce

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How to Make Quick And Easy Vodka Sauce

  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, combine 2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce (we recommend using recipe #421238) and ½ cup vodka. Simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
  2. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup of room-temperature sour cream and continue to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through and completely smooth. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

72g

Fat

34g

Carbs

9g

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