Creamy Vodka Tomato Penne: Elegant European Pasta Dish

Penne With Tomato Cream Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes | 🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4

Description:

Indulge in the elegance of this simple yet flavorful main dish. Don’t shy away from the addition of vodka; it seamlessly enhances the flavors without overpowering the dish. Perfect for a European-inspired meal, this recipe is not only delicious but also low in cholesterol and healthy, ready in under 60 minutes, and can be made on both the stovetop and in the oven.

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Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (about 14 ounces) tomato puree
• 3 tablespoons vodka (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup penne pasta
• 1 cup rotini pasta
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• Peas (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a non-stick 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; continue cooking until the garlic turns golden, approximately 30 seconds longer.
4. Stir in the tomato puree, vodka (if using), and salt. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer until it thickens, which should take about 15 to 20 minutes.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and peas (if desired), then bring the sauce back to a boil.
7. Meanwhile, in a large saucepot, cook the penne and rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the cooked pasta.
8. In a warm serving bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the prepared sauce until well coated.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 650.4
• Fat: 17.3g
• Saturated Fat: 7.7g
• Cholesterol: 40.8mg
• Sodium: 402.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 115.7g
• Fiber: 18.2g
• Sugar: 12.3g
• Protein: 14.6g

Notes:

• Feel free to adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
• The addition of peas can add a burst of freshness and color to the dish, but they are optional.
• Serve this Penne With Tomato Cream alongside a fresh green salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.