18 Penne Alla Vodka Recipes to Spice Up Your Dinner Game
FEBRUARY 02, 2023
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Penne alla vodka is an Italian classic that you simply can't go wrong with. It's a creamy, rich pasta dish that is bursting with flavor and is guaranteed to hit the spot.
We've rounded up the best penne alla vodka recipes from around the web, packed with delicious ingredients like sausage and lots of cheese. Whether you want a classic Italian version with tomatoes, cream, and vodka, or a spicy take on the dish, we've got all the delicious recipes you need to kick your dinner game up a notch.
So fire up the stove and get ready for some delicious penne alla vodka!
Delish
Penne Alla Vodka
We've perfected our best-ever vodka sauce in this penne alla vodka with a few easy tips and vital ingredients—learn how to make it in this easy recipe.
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Taste of Home
Penne alla Vodka
This easy and impressive pasta is always on the menu when my husband and I have new friends over for dinner. Years later, they've asked me to make this Penne alla Vodka recipe again. —Cara Langer, Overland Park, Kansas
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Half Baked Harvest
Crockpot Sun-Dried Tomato Penne Alla Vodka.
This penne alla vodka has been my go-to dish to make on Sunday nights and then serve the leftovers throughout the week
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6 hr 15 min
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$2.92
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Once Upon A Chef
Penne alla Vodka
Penne alla vodka, or penne with a bright tomato sauce enriched with heavy cream, makes a quick, family-friendly dinner.
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45 min
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745
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$1.94
PER SERVING
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Salt and Lavender
The Best Penne alla Vodka
This easy penne alla vodka recipe is a restaurant-quality dish with a silky tomato cream sauce. It only takes 20 minutes to make, so it's a perfect way to elevate busy weeknights!
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$2.02
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The Woks of Life
Penne Alla Vodka with Crispy Sausage
This easy penne alla vodka recipe is made extra delicious with the addition of Italian sausage fried until extra crispy. And it only takes 30 minutes!
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$1.18
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Cooklist AI
Creamy Penne with Tomato Vodka Sauce
Welcome to a rich and creamy way of enjoying penne pasta, featuring a delightful tomato vodka sauce made with a touch of heavy cream. This mouthwatering dish includes key ingredients such as fresh basil, parsley, shallots, and garlic to create a beautiful depth of flavor. For an even more satisfying...
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28 min
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$0.96
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Ingredients
13 INGREDIENTS
6 SERVINGS
12 oz penne pasta
Directions
8 STEPS
1
Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add olive oil, shallots, and garlic. Sauté until shallots start to caramelize, about 3 to 5 minutes.
2
Stir in parsley, sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
3
Add tomato paste to the skillet and mix well. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Pour in vodka, scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon, and cook for another 5 minutes.
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In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook penne pasta according to package directions. Drain.
6
Add heavy whipping cream to the tomato sauce in the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 3 minutes.
7
Transfer cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce and mix well to coat. Top with basil ribbons and season with table salt and pepper, to taste.
8
Serve immediately. Each serving yields about 1 cup of creamy penne with tomato vodka sauce.
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Home Made Hooplah
Penne alla Vodka
Skip the restaurant and make the best penne alla vodka with a key ingredient that makes all the difference. Perfect for fans of authentic Italian cuisine!
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$2.25
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Julia's Album
Penne Pasta in Creamy Vodka Tomato Sauce with Mushrooms
Mushroom Pasta in Creamy Vodka Tomato Sauce - make your own vodka sauce from scratch! Easy, delicious, and so Italian! Perfect weeknight dinner!
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Coop Can Cook
Spicy Penne alla Vodka
A simple recipe for a restaurant quality spicy, creamy vodka sauce! Crushed red pepper flakes and fresh basil add all of the flavor for this Italian favorite!
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1 hr 5 min
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$6.94
PER SERVING
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Spice Cravings
Penne Alla Vodka
This Instant Pot Penne alla Vodka is a silky, glossy and creamy Italian pasta with a pop of heat from red pepper and finish of fresh basil.
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$2.37
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Foodie Crush
Lighter Penne alla Vodka
Classic penne alla vodka got a nip and a tuck with a lightened up ingredient that cuts the calorie count but keeps it creamy. Perfect as a main or side!
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Cooking Classy
Penne alla Vodka
Perfectly hearty and tender penne pasta is tossed with a creamy and vibrant, San Marzano tomato based and vodka infused sauce that's seasoned with fresh herbs and parmesan. Talk about delicious dinner recipe!
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$2.26
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Baker by Nature
Fresh Tomato Basil Penne alla Vodka
Fresh Tomato Basil Penne alla Vodka is rich, creamy, and so flavorful! The vodka sauce is made with olive oil, a bounty of fresh cherry tomatoes, plenty of garlic, and just a touch of crushed red pepper flakes - plus vodka, cream, and tons of fresh basil! This restaurant quality penne alla vodka rec...
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Kitchen at Hoskins
Penne Alla Vodka with Chicken
This Penne alla Vodka with Chicken is creamy, made with jar sauce and ready in under 30 minutes. Make it without vodka or add vegetables for a family friendly weeknight dinner!
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40 min
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$3.53
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The Fresh Cooky
30 Minute Penne alla Vodka
This recipe for Penne alla Vodka is ready in under 30 minutes making it perfect for entertaining. With simple ingredients, this creamy tomato vodka cream sauce has a little kick of heat, with warm, aromatic flavors.
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$1.71
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Easy Weeknight Recipes
Baked Penne Alla Vodka
Made with the creamiest, richest tomato sauce ever, this easy homemade Baked Penne Alla Vodka is a nourishing family favorite. Melted mozzarella cheese and tender ground turkey make it even better!
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$1.96
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The Heirloom Pantry
Healthy Penne alla Vodka
Healthy Penne alla Vodka is a low fat spin on traditional vodka sauce. It is creamy, flavorful, and takes less than an hour to make. A hot batch of penne with creamy tomato sauce is the perfect meal for a weeknight or date night at home. Top each bowl with fresh basil ribbons and grated cheese and p...
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55 min
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$2.33
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The Modern Proper
Baked Penne Alla Vodka with Kale
Fancy without being fussy, this cheesy baked penne alla vodka is what your date night in dreams are made of.
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1 hr 30 min
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