SPICY PENNE A LA VODKA

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Kosher salt
2 cups Classic Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon vodka
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
12 ounces penne pasta
Torn fresh basil leaves, for garnish
1/3 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
Three 26-ounce cartons chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 large basil sprig
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Combine the Marinara, cream, vodka and red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer briskly until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Whisk in the Parmesan and take off the heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook the penne according to the package directions. Drain and add to the sauce, tossing to coat. Serve the pasta topped with basil leaves and additional Parmesan.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until it just turns golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the butter until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Demetre Dudu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.


Katelyn Omally
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This dish was amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Konke Tunzi
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was too thick and the pasta was undercooked. I wouldn't make this again.


Ema Haidar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Pawn Kumar
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This was my first time making penne a la vodka, and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Railyn Delgado
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.


Arshadkhan370 Khan
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This dish was amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


George Davis
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was too thick and the pasta was undercooked. I wouldn't make this again.


Sadiq Ullah
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This recipe was a disaster. The sauce was too spicy and the pasta was mushy. I don't recommend this recipe.


Sulaiman Adeola
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Meh. The sauce was bland and the pasta was overcooked. I wouldn't make this again.


Greer Keeve
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Brenda Chebet
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Unib Khan
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This was my first time making penne a la vodka, and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Kathy Dillard
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jenny Corona
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This spicy penne a la vodka was a hit! The sauce was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of heat. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. I will definitely be making this again.