Penne alla Vodka

By spend with pennies
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Ingredients

1 pound penne (cooked al dente)
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
4 ounces pancetta (chopped)
â…" cup vodka
28 ounces whole Italian tomatoes (with juices)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
â…" cup heavy whipping cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • Prep Time10mins
  • Cook Time20mins
  • Servings6
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Instructions

In a medium pot, cook penne until al dente.

Meanwhile, in a saucepan, cook garlic in butter over medium-low heat until fragrant. Add pancetta and cook 2 more minutes.

Add vodka and cook 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes (with juice) and chili flakes, and slightly break it up with a spoon. Simmer 8-10 minutes.

Add cream and cook 5 minutes. Add penne to the sauce and cook 1 minute to combine flavors. Season with salt and pepper.

Remove from heat, stir in ½ cup parmesan cheese.

Place in bowls and top with parsley and remaining parmesan cheese.

Main Course,Pasta
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