Best 4 Pasta With Vodka Sauce And Sausage Recipes

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Pasta with vodka sauce and sausage is a delectable dish that combines the richness of tomato sauce with the smoky flavor of sausage and a hint of vodka. This hearty and flavorful meal is perfect for a cozy dinner with friends or family. With its vibrant red color and tantalizing aroma, this dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you prefer a creamy or a light tomato sauce, there are endless variations to suit your taste. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for pasta with vodka sauce and sausage.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH PINK VODKA SAUCE AND SAUSAGE



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This is one that I adopted from Emeril. It's actually a recipe I've been making for years and then found his. I always use a great quality hot turkey or hot chicken italian sausage for this and find that it's just as good as the real deal, however, the true recipe calls for real hot italian sausage. I make it a bit spicier and usually serve this with penne or farfalle. If I don't spice it up too much, even my 2 and 4 year old love this one.

Provided by RedVinoGirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage, casing removed and crumbled
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
6 tablespoons vodka
6 tablespoons heavy cream
3 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, freshly grated
1 sprig fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until just al dente, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain in a colander and return to the saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until browned and all pink has disappeared, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onions, salt, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the onions are soft and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, until thick, about 2 minutes. Add the vodka and cook until the sauce reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Stir in the basil and remove from the heat.
  • Toss the sauce with the pasta to coat evenly and transfer to a pasta bowl for serving. Top with cheese and sprig of basil and serve immediately.

PASTA WITH VODKA SAUCE AND SHRIMP



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It pays to perfect the classics. Pasta with vodka sauce is an easy dish that is both simple and sumptuous. Adding quick shrimp scampi elevates it to a perfect meal for a date night.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small to medium onion
EVOO
4 tablespoons butter
3 large cloves garlic
Salt
1 teaspoon Calabrian chili paste OR 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup vodka
1 can (28 ounces) Italian crushed tomatoes
A few leaves of basil, torn, plus a few to serve
1 pound penne rigate pasta
1 pound large raw shrimp, deveined and tails removed
1 lemon
1/4 cup Pernod or white vermouth
A handful flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
A handful freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus some to pass at table, optional ( -- and controversial to some Italians)

Steps:

  • Place a large pot of water on the stove for pasta. Also put up a deep skillet for sauce and a nonstick skillet for shrimp.
  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Peel and finely chop the onion.
  • In a large deep skillet, heat EVOO, a turn of the pan. Add 2 tablespoons butter and when it foams add the onions. Stir to soften while you peel and chop the garlic. Add 2 cloves of chopped garlic to onions and season with salt. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of chili paste or about 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Add vodka and reduce by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and tear in a few leaves of basil. Reduce heat and simmer sauce, 10 minutes.
  • Season pasta water with a fat tablespoon of salt, add penne and cook 1 minute less than package directions, about 8 minutes. Have a mug or measuring cup on hand.
  • Add shrimp to a medium bowl and toss with remaining garlic. Thinly slice a lemon and toss with shrimp.
  • In the second skillet, heat EVOO, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high and melt in 2 tablespoons butter. Add the shrimp mixture and toss 2 to 3 minutes; shrimp should be pink and opaque. Add a splash of Pernod or vermouth, the remaining red pepper flakes, a little salt and parsley; toss. Turn off heat.
  • Add cream to sauce and stir. Add shrimp to sauce, bring back to a bubble and turn off heat.
  • Reserve about 1/2 cup of starchy salty water and drain pasta or transfer to sauce with a spider. Toss pasta with sauce and grated cheese, using water to loosen as necessary.
  • Transfer pasta to large serving bowl or to individual shallow bowls to serve.

PENNE WITH SPICY VODKA TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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A nice change from your typical tomato sauce! If you're worried about the alcohol, don't be! It cooks off and cannot be tasted. It simply helps to enhance the flavors.

Provided by Star Pooley

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound uncooked penne pasta
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
¾ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vodka
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 (3.5 ounce) links sweet Italian sausage

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In large skillet, heat oil over moderate heat. Remove casing from sausage and add to skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until brown. Add garlic and red pepper and cook, stirring until garlic is golden brown.
  • Add tomatoes and salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add vodka and cream and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and add pasta, toss for 1 minute. Stir in fresh parsley and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 544.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

SPICY SAUSAGE VODKA CREAM SAUCE



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If you love chunky home-made sauces and sausage then THIS is for you!! I love making this one and placing it in the Crock-pot for the last simmer time, an hour makes it really thick.

Provided by la petite chef

Categories     Penne

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb penne pasta
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon chili pepper (opt. for hotness)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup vodka
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
7 -12 ounces hot Italian sausage (your preference of chunkiness)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook al dente.
  • In large skillet, heat oil over moderate heat. Remove casting from sausage and add to skillet. Cook breaking up the meat, until brown. Drain if necessary.
  • Add onions, garlic and red & chili pepper to and cook, stirring until garlic and onion are golden brown.
  • Add tomatoes and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minute (cook longer to thicken).
  • Add vodka and cream and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, simmer 30 more minute
  • Top plate of penne with cream sauce and add fresh parsley!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.9, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 46, Sodium 586.7, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 15

Tips:

  • Use good quality vodka for the sauce. A smooth, unflavored vodka is best.
  • Don't boil the vodka. Add it to the sauce after it has simmered for a few minutes, so that the alcohol can cook off.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to make the sauce. This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time. This will help to develop the flavor of the sauce.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.
  • Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Conclusion:

Pasta with vodka sauce and sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the sausage adds a nice bit of protein and spice. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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