Penne and Vodka Sauce Recipe
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Penne and Vodka Sauce

By: Rick Naylor  
"One of the best and easiest recipes I have tried. You can find pancetta at any good Italian deli, try not to substitute as it makes the dish. This is also very good with shrimp added in the last few minutes of simmering. If you like spice, add a dash or 2 of red pepper flakes."

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What to Drink?

Wine Sangiovese
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 pound thinly sliced pancetta bacon, chopped
  • 1/3 cup vodka
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta, and saute until lightly browned. Add vodka and stir until it is reduced by half, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir every few minutes.
  3. Stir in pasta, and heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 842 | Total Fat: 39.6g | Cholesterol: 85mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2003 by APALLEY 
I wanted to reduce calories without sacrificing flavor in this recipe, so I substituted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2008 by thomasby 
We love this one so much that I made it the night I asked her to marry me! We use fat free... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2004 by JDVMD 
Made this for our best friend's wedding anniversary celebration and it was beyond fabulous.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 4, 2006 by LB9977 
This is a wonderful recipe! It was one of the most delicous vodka sauces I have ever tasted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2006 by nmwunduke 
Wow...I don't know where I went wrong with this recipe. I used all top-notch... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by JOSIE 
No reduced fat or fat-free here. I go all out with vodka sauce. I love this stuff over... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 1, 2006 by cheepchick 
I just made this tonight. I didn't feel like having penne so I made blackened chicken with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 16, 2006 by Cathietay 
This easy & tastes so good. I am giving my version a four as I did not have pancetta - used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2004 by YOURSWEETCAROLINE 
This recipe is definitely a 5 star! It caught my eye and I decided to take a chance and make... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2004 by SAMMYAZ 
I have tried other vodka sauces and always come back to this one. I add one small onion... MORE

 
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