READY IN 40 mins

Karen's Creamy Tomato Pasta

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"Traditional vodka sauce is the basis for this recipe, but with a twist to suit my family's taste. This is quick enough to serve on a weeknight but is also a treat for company." — KLEVEAR

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown. Mix in the roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and vodka, and bring to a boil. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until most of the vodka has evaporated and mushrooms are tender.
Mix the tomatoes, half-and-half, and red pepper into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, 15 minutes. Serve over the cooked pasta, and top with Parmesan cheese.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 21, 2006

Great recipe! My husband loved it! I made a few alterations to give it a little more of a kick. In the sauce, I added Oregano, Italian Seasoning, freshly pureed garlic, fresh ground pepper and diced onions.

—Bhakti

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 23, 2012

Nothing too spectacular. It was fast to make but it just really doesn't scream "cook again"

—Blondeprincess

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8 Ratings

Jun 13, 2006

We thought this pasta dish was yummy, although we ommited the sausage at the beginning, and threw in three quarter pound of shrip at the end. I didn't have a can of crushed tomatoes, and so I tried to food process a can of diced tomatoes. If anyone ever tries this, please, please drain the tomatoes first. Whirling tomatoes creates plenty juice. THis was a great basic recipe though. Thanks.

—marisa

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Apr 07, 2006

This was really good. To suit our family's tastes we added spices. Thank you.

—Butterfly Flutterby

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Oct 05, 2008

This was okay. I think it would be much better if you stopped after step 2, added some olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper and tossed that with the pasta.

—MILES2

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Jul 01, 2007

Very good recipe. Drained the tomatoes like the reviewers advised and added more red pepper and oregano. Delicious meal!! Used smoked italian sausage from the night before and we loved it!! Will definitely make again.

—Easa M.

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Jul 10, 2006

I strongly suggest draining the tomatoes even though it is not explicitly stated in the recipe. Ok. Needed something. I did not inlcude the sausage and found it to be runny.

—TOBRETH

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Nutrition

Calories
595 kcal
30%

Carbohydrates
65 g
21%

Cholesterol
42 mg
14%

Fat
19.3 g
30%

Fiber
7.2 g
29%

Protein
25.9 g
52%

Sodium
1054 mg
42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Karen's Creamy Tomato Pasta

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 595
Calories from Fat: 174

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.3g 30 %
Saturated Fat 8g 40 %
Cholesterol 42mg 14 %
Sodium 1054mg 42 %
** Potassium 989mg 28 %
Total Carbohydrates 65g 21 %
Dietary Fiber 7.2g 29 %
Protein 25.9g 52 %
** Sugars 3.4g
Vitamin A 66 %
Vitamin C 72 %
Calcium 29 %
Iron 55 %
** Thiamin 74 %
** Niacin 101 %
** Vitamin B6 36 %
** Magnesium 30 %
** Folate 78 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.