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Penne with Vodka Sauce

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories:
Author: Lauren Pacek

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium-sized shallot, minced
  • 6 oz. can tomato paste
  • 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup plain vodka
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • cooked shrimp, scallops, or chicken optional)

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil to a large heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven and turn the heat to medium-high. Add the garlic and shallots, and sauté until the shallots are translucent.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook for a minute, stirring it around a bit. Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, and vodka, stirring to combine.
  • Turn the heat heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce reduces by about ¼; about 20 minutes.
  • While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to directions on the package. Strain and set aside.
  • Add the cream, stir to combine, and simmer until heated through. Add the Parmesan cheese, stir, and heat until melted.
  • Add the cooked pasta, stir to coat all noodles with sauce, and serve. Top with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

Notes: You could add some protein, too, if you'd like. Shrimp, scallops, or chicken would all be very good.

Nutrition

Serving: 0 | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 0mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg