Penne Alla Vodka
Penne Alla Vodka is a classic Italian pasta dish made with vodka and penne pasta, simmered in a creamy, tomato-based sauce. This luscious, flavorful, restaurant-style pasta is a breeze to make at home using an Instant Pot!
Equipment
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb tubular pasta(penne or rigatoni)
- 28 oz tomatoes, crushed or sauce
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 6-8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes, adjust to taste
- ½ cup vodka
- ½– ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups water or broth
- ½ cup Parmigiana-Reggiano, grated
- Piece of Parmigiana-Reggiano rind [around 1-2 inch], optional
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper, adjust to taste
- Handful of fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Penne Alla Vodka In Instant Pot
- Add onions, garlic, oregano, and red chili flakes. Saute for 1-2 minutes.
- Add Vodka, and deglaze the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Turn OFF SAUTE.
- Add pasta, salt and pepper to taste, water (or broth), and tomatoes. Do NOT stir.Note: Add the above ingredients in order, and do NOT stir.
- Close the lid, vent sealed. Turn ON MANUAL / PRESSURE COOK (high) for 5 minutes.Note: Please see the recipe notes on – HOW TO COOK PASTA IN INSTANT POT
- Once the Instant Pot beeps, do a quick pressure release. Open the lid.
- Add cream, and Parmesan cheese, and mix well until cheese melts.Note: No need to turn ON SAUTE, the cheese will melt in the residual heat.
- Garnish with some fresh basil leaves, grated cheese, and red chili flakes (optional).
- Enjoy this delicious Penne Alla Vodka. Bon-appetit!!
Stovetop Penne Alla Vodka
- Cook pasta as per package directions. Reserve 1 cup of cooking pasta water for later use. Drain the pasta and keep it aside.
- In a Dutch oven, or a pot, heat oil, over medium-high heat.
- Add onions, garlic, oregano, and red chili flakes. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vodka, and deglaze the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce for 20-25 minutes.
- Add drained pasta, and mix well to coat the sauce. Turn OFF the heat.
- Add cream, and Parmesan cheese, and mix well until cheese melts.
- Garnish with some fresh basil leaves, grated cheese, and red chili flakes (optional).
- Enjoy this delicious Penne Alla Vodka. Bon-appetit!!
Notes
- How to cook pasta in Instant Pot?
- Add enough liquid (water or broth, and crushed tomatoes) to cover the pasta. Reduce the cooking time to “HALF” what is recommended on the box of the pasta, followed by a quick pressure release.
- For Aldente pasta, reduce the cooking time to “Half Minus One”.
- For vegan, alcohol-free, Penne Alla refer to - Frequently Asked Questions
- Please refer to the post for the following:
- Pro Tips
- Variations
- Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Penne Alla Vodka
Amount per Serving
Calories
568
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Sodium
285
mg
12
%
Potassium
915
mg
26
%
Carbohydrates
104
g
35
%
Fiber
9
g
38
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
19
g
38
%
Vitamin A
593
IU
12
%
Vitamin C
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
127
mg
13
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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