Penne With Creamy Vodka Sauce |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Oh, YUM! I got this from Campbell's Fall Family Favorites magazine...I just HAD to try it - what with 4 kids and all, I was hoping to knock them out with the Vodka! (JUST KIDDING!!!!! LOL!!!!!) No, but seriously, I saw Emeril make something similar to this, so I tried this simplified version, and it was GOOD! Even the kids liked it (although they would have frowned if I told them I put Vodka in it...Hee hee!) NOTE: I usually add 1/2 lb. pepperoni slices, cut into 1/4 strips to the sauce. Ingredients:
16 ounces penne pasta |
2 (26 ounce) jars prego pasta sauce (chunky tomato, onion & garlic flavor) |
1/4 cup vodka |
1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped |
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 tablespoon butter |
salt & pepper |
1/2 cup heavy cream |
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated |
Directions:
1. Prepare the pasta according to the package directions. Drain well. Return pasta to the saucepot, add salt & pepper to tast and 1 tablespoons butter.
2. In a 1 1/2 quart saucepan, stir the pasta sauce, vodka, basil, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and gently stir in the cream.
3. Pour the sauce over the paste. Toss to coat.
4. Spoon pasta into a serving bowl and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Serve with additional cheese, if desired.
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