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Vodka Pasta Sauce

Cultural Context

Vodka Pasta Sauce, or Penne alla Vodka, originated in Italy in the late 20th century, combining the richness of cream with the sharpness of vodka to create a unique flavor. It's often enjoyed as a comforting weeknight meal and has gained popularity in Italian-American cuisine. Today, variations exist worldwide, with some recipes incorporating additional spices or proteins, making it a versatile dish loved by many.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
28 ounces Italian tomatoes
3 cups passata (tomato puree)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic
sprinkle of salt
pinch of sugar
basil
1 cup heavy cream
red pepper flakes

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter into 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet.

2

Add 2 cloves of crushed or chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté.

3

Sprinkle in a little sugar if desired and a sprinkle of salt.

4

Add 28 ounces of Italian tomatoes to the skillet.

5

Pour in 3 cups of passata (tomato puree).

6

Stir in some basil to the sauce.

7

When ready to assemble, add 1 cup of cream to the sauce.

8

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Penne alla VodkaVodka Sauce
Local Name: Pasta alla Vodka

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