Penne Russo a la Vodka

This penne alla vodka features pasta coated in a delicious, savory cream sauce with tomatoes, prosciutto, chili flakes, basil, garlic, and Parmesan.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 633 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 (16 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup vodka
• 0.125 pound prosciutto, chopped
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Sauté prosciutto, garlic, and red pepper flakes in hot oil for 1 minute. Mix in tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in cream and vodka; simmer until sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Stir Parmesan and basil into sauce until well combined. Season with salt. Add penne and toss until evenly coated.