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Creamy Tomato Penne alla Vodka

Experience the richness of a restaurant-quality dish at home with this delicious Creamy Tomato Penne alla Vodka. This simple and elegant recipe combines the perfect blend of flavors in a silky tomato cream sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for those busy weeknight dinners.
3
20 min
TOTAL TIME
474
CALORIES
$1.84
PER SERVING
Creamy Tomato Penne alla Vodka
Directions
PASTA
5 min
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Boil a generously salted pot of water for the penne and cook it al dente according to package directions. Then, drain the pasta.
SAUCE
2
In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter.
3
Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes or until softened.
4
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
5
Pour in the vodka and let the sauce bubble for 30 seconds.
6
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
7
Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, and heavy cream, then reduce heat to medium-low.
8
Let the sauce warm through and thicken for 2-4 minutes.
9
Season with salt and black pepper, then stir in the chopped fresh basil.
ASSEMBLY
10
Toss the sauce with the drained pasta. If needed, thin the sauce out with a splash of hot pasta water.
11
Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese on top.
Health Info
Macros
51g
CARBS
20g
FAT
12g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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