INSTANT POT® PENNE ALLA VODKA

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This is the perfect comfort food on a busy night! The whole thing comes together in one pot in about 45 minutes. It's a super affordable hearty meal created from pantry staples. Great with a glass of wine. Garnish each serving with Parmesan and fresh flat-leaf parsley.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup finely chopped yellow onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup vodka
2 ½ cups water
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Select High temperature setting, and preheat the pot for 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter and oil. Add onion and cook, stirring constantly, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, and cook, stirring often, for 1 minute.
  • Pour in vodka and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Cancel Saute function. Stir in water, penne, and salt. Pour tomatoes over penne; do not stir. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese; let stand for 3 minutes. Stir in pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 761.6 calories, Carbohydrate 100.8 g, Cholesterol 61.9 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1345 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Masoom Haider
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Not bad, but not great. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste.


malika montano
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Akamumpa Gordon
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Meh.


Beauty By Pao
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Easy and delicious! I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. My family loved it!


Channa Praboda
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices and herbs to make it more flavorful.


Zia Ahmad
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Just made this for dinner and it was a hit! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


G P
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This penne alla vodka is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so quick and easy to make in the Instant Pot, and the results are delicious. The pasta is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I also love that this recipe is easily cu