Best 6 Penne With Vodka Sauce And Bacon Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece? Let's embark on a delectable journey to create the perfect penne with vodka sauce and bacon. This classic Italian dish combines the rich flavors of creamy tomato sauce, savory bacon, and tender penne pasta, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and get ready to whip up a dish that will impress your family and friends alike. Let's dive into the world of flavors and create a mouthwatering penne with vodka sauce and bacon that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PENNE ALLA VODKA WITH BACON RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: dried penne pasta, bacon, unsalted butter, large shallot, red pepper flakes, garlic, vodka, crushed san marzano tomato, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, heavy cream, butter, grated parmesan cheese, burrata, olive oil, freshly ground black pepper, fresh basil

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ lb dried penne pasta
4 strips bacon, finely diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 large shallot, finely diced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons vodka
1 can crushed san marzano tomato, pushed through a fine-mesh strainer
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup grated parmesan cheese, and romano cheeses
burrata
olive oil
freshly ground black pepper
fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and rinse under cold water.
  • Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until the edges are crisp, 2-3 minutes. If bacon is not particularly fatty, add 1 tablespoon of butter and stir until melted. Add the shallot and cook until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the vodka and cook until almost completely evaporated, 1-2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, pepper, and salt. Bring to a simmer, then cook for 4 minutes, or until the sauce the mixture comes to a low boil. Add the cream, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Add the penne and remaining tablespoon of butter and stir until well coated in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Parmesan and Romano cheeses and stir until incorporated.
  • Transfer the pasta to a serving dish and top with torn burrata, a drizzle of olive oil, pepper, and basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1502 calories, Carbohydrate 106 grams, Fat 93 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 15 grams

PENNE WITH VODKA SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
12 ounces whole-wheat penne
1 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 shallots, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup vodka
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
Handful of fresh basil leaves, torn, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta. Empty the tomatoes into a bowl and crush with your hands.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the vodka, tomatoes and salt to taste. Return the skillet to medium heat and simmer, stirring often, until the alcohol cooks off, about 7 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the parmesan and basil.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce and toss to combine, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if needed. Season with salt. Serve topped with more parmesan and basil.

PENNE WITH VODKA SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 quart Simple Tomato Sauce, recipe follows, or store-bought marinara sauce, blended until smooth
1 cup vodka
1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 pound penne
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
4 to 6 basil leaves
2 dried bay leaves
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Simmer the tomato sauce and vodka in a heavy large skillet over low heat until the mixture reduces by 1/4, stirring often, about 20 minutes. Stir the cream into the tomato and vodka sauce. Simmer over low heat until the sauce is heated through. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well blended.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta and transfer it to the pan with the sauce, and toss to coat.
  • In a large casserole pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add celery and carrot and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, and bay leaves and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1 hour or until thick. Remove bay leaves and taste for seasoning. If sauce tastes too acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, to round out the flavor.
  • Pour half the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with remaining tomato sauce. If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and then pour 1 to 2 cup portions into plastic freezer bags. Freeze for up to 6 months.

PENNE AND VODKA SAUCE



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One of the best and easiest recipes I have tried. You can find pancetta at any good Italian deli, try not to substitute as it makes the dish. This is also very good with shrimp added in the last few minutes of simmering. If you like spice, add a dash or 2 of red pepper flakes.

Provided by Rick Naylor

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
¼ pound thinly sliced pancetta bacon, chopped
⅓ cup vodka
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

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.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta, and saute until lightly browned. Add vodka and stir until it is reduced by half, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir every few minutes.
  • Stir in pasta, and heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 795.3 calories, Carbohydrate 87.9 g, Cholesterol 84.1 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.1 g, Sodium 928.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

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

MAKEOVER PENNE WITH VODKA CREAM SAUCE



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Makeover Penne with Vodka Cream Sauce is still creamy, rich and restaurant-quality special, but it now has less than half the original recipe's fat and cholesterol. Even our pros had a hard time telling them apart. -Debra Torres, Clarion, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup vodka
1 package (12 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta
2 teaspoons prepared pesto
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes and vodka. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook penne according to package directions., Stir the pesto, salt and pepper flakes into tomato mixture. In a small bowl, combine flour and cream until smooth; stir into pan. Add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Drain penne; serve with sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, ripe tomatoes, good quality vodka, and flavorful bacon will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't skimp on the garlic and onion. These aromatics add a lot of flavor to the sauce.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will help to render out the fat and give the bacon a smoky flavor.
  • Add the vodka to the pan when it is hot. This will help to burn off the alcohol and leave behind the flavor.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavors and thicken the sauce.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce and cook until it is al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Conclusion:

Penne with Vodka Sauce and Bacon is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The creamy, flavorful sauce is made with just a few simple ingredients, and the bacon adds a smoky, savory flavor. This dish is perfect for a casual dinner party or a weeknight meal. Add a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad for a complete meal.

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