Vodka Penne Recipe
Penne pasta served with a house made creamy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Creamy Tomato Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Making the Sauce
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Incorporate Cream
Reduce the heat to low, then add the heavy cream, stirring continuously until fully combined. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Season the Sauce
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combining
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the creamy tomato sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.