Pasta in Vodka Sauce Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

May 04, 2010

Excellent sauce! Vodka sauce is one of the simplest dishes ever and tastes like you spent hours. I cut the amount of olive oil in half and didn't use any celery (never saw a vodka sauce that called for it before and didn't want to ruin this), I used 1/4 tsp. of red pepper flakes vs. cayenne pepper and added a couple of tsp. of sugar to cut the acidity of the tomatoes. This was smooth, creamy and delicious - excellent over penne pasta topped with a little shredded parmesan. Serve with a side of garlic bread and you have a meal in no time at all.

—Jillian

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 31, 2003

This is not a true pasta in vodka sauce although it is a nice variation it is not one that would be found in most Italian restaurants in Italy or in this country. the real one is much easier and has a true classical taste.

—GIUSEPPE

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58 Ratings

Nov 01, 2003

I followed the recipe exactly and it tasted great.

—schmerna

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Jan 12, 2007

This is the best vodka sauce!!! I puree it when it's done and it's smooth as silk and absolutely delicious - sweet onions make the difference

—KAMBRE

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Oct 27, 2005

I thought this sauce was absolutely terrible. At first, I thought it tasted too sweet (maybe it was the crushed tomatoes I used?), but when I served it over noodles, I thought it was entirely too bland. I changed nothing and followed the recipe exactly, only leaving out the pepper. No one at my table reached for seconds, which is why I have to give this one a failing grade.

—Jessie

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Nov 29, 2004

This recipe was pretty good. I think I will use the heavy cream next time to make the sauce a little thicker, but it was still very tasty.

—Allison

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Oct 08, 2004

Wow, this recipe was fabulous. My only regret was that I didn't invite guests over to marvel at my culinary skills. I used about a dozen mushrooms instead of the celery and used heavy cream as some of the other people suggested. I served it over fresh linguini noodles with a garlic baguette. So wonderful!

—DIZYLISA

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Jan 20, 2004

Unbelievable! This was so easy to make and out of this world! I doubled the recipe, which was more than enough as a side dish for my dinner party of 14. The only changes I made was omitting the celery (it wasn't missed) and substituting heavy cream for the half-and-half. If you use heavy cream, you only need half as much, and I think it just made the sauce creamier. A definite new family favorite.

—ROSIE B

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Nutrition

Calories
717 kcal
36%

Carbohydrates
83.5 g
27%

Cholesterol
38 mg
13%

Fat
26.2 g
40%

Fiber
7.2 g
29%

Protein
21.1 g
42%

Sodium
686 mg
27%

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

Nutritional Information

Pasta in Vodka Sauce

Serving Size: 1/5 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 717
Calories from Fat: 236

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.2g 40 %
Saturated Fat 8.3g 41 %
Cholesterol 38mg 13 %
Sodium 686mg 27 %
** Potassium 816mg 23 %
Total Carbohydrates 83.5g 27 %
Dietary Fiber 7.2g 29 %
Protein 21.1g 42 %
** Sugars 4.3g
Vitamin A 32 %
Vitamin C 34 %
Calcium 20 %
Iron 55 %
** Thiamin 16 %
** Niacin 64 %
** Vitamin B6 29 %
** Magnesium 31 %
** Folate 21 %

* 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.