Penne Russo with Vodka Cream Sauce
Penne Russo with Vodka Cream Sauce features tender pasta cloaked in a rich, velvety tomato sauce rounded with vodka and cream. Salty prosciutto, a gentle chili warmth, fresh basil, and plenty of Parmesan create layered depth without overpowering the palate. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want something comforting yet elegant.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Sauté the prosciutto, garlic, and red pepper flakes in the hot oil for 1 minute.
- 4
Stir in the tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the cream and vodka; simmer until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.
- 6
Stir the Parmesan and basil into the sauce until well combined. Season with salt.
- 7
Add the penne and toss until evenly coated.
- Calories 846.84 kcal High
- Protein 26.74 g Good Source
- Carbs 107.22 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.58 g High
- Saturated Fat 17.93 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 89.69 mg High
- Sodium 835.66 mg High
- Fiber 8.71 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.61 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 564.61 mg Good Source
- Iron 0.65 mg Low Source
- Potassium 717.61 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 181.81 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 29.97 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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