Penne with Creamy Vodka Tomato Sauce
Penne with Creamy Vodka Tomato Sauce features a silky tomato-cream sauce lifted by a splash of vodka and the salty richness of pancetta. Each bite balances tangy tomato, mellow cream, and nutty Parmesan for a comforting pasta that feels special yet familiar. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed gathering with friends.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm; drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until lightly browned. Add vodka and stir until it reduces by half, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
- 3
Stir in pasta and heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 576.1 kcal High
- Protein 26.28 g Good Source
- Carbs 44.95 g Moderate
- Total Fat 31.52 g High
- Saturated Fat 16.6 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 78.42 mg High
- Sodium 974.68 mg High
- Fiber 3.65 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.85 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 167.16 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.49 mg Low Source
- Potassium 293.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 94.68 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 6.15 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷