Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce Recipe - Uncle Giuseppe's MANGIA! Recipes | ( Episode 18 )

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 dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Pour in vodka and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Add tomato sauce and stir to combine; simmer for 5 minutes.

Lower the heat and slowly add heavy cream, stirring until smooth.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Add cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil over the pasta.

Toss again to combine and serve hot, garnished with parsley.

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