Spicy Vodka Penne Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the comforting essence of pasta with a zesty, creamy sauce. Its ease of preparation makes it an excellent choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its perfect balance of spice and creaminess, this dish is sure to impress anyone at your table. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a plate of culinary comfort!
Penne with Spicy Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce
This spicy vodka pasta is a nice change from your typical tomato sauce. If you’re worried about the alcohol, don’t be! It cooks off and cannot be tasted. It simply helps to enhance the flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked penne pasta
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 (3.5 ounce) links sweet Italian sausage
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons vodka
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Gather the ingredients.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove casing from sausage and add to the skillet. Cook and stir until crumbly and brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic is golden brown.
Add tomatoes and salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add cream and vodka; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and add pasta; toss for 1 minute. Stir in parsley; serve warm.
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