PENNE ALLA VODKA

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips
1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/4 cup vodka
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add prosciutto; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in tomatoes, vodka, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Stir in cream; cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally., Drain pasta. Add pasta and cheese to sauce; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

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