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One Pot Penne alla Vodka
Instructions
1
In a deep skillet or pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
2
Stir in tomato paste and let it darken slightly, about 2–3 minutes.
3
Pour in the vodka and whisk to incorporate. Simmer until reduced, about 1–2 minutes.
4
Add 1 cup heavy cream and mix. Bring to a light simmer, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
5
Pour in chicken bone broth and bring to a boil. Add dry pasta and stir to coat completely. Add more broth or water if pasta isn’t fully covered.
6
Simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked.
7
Stir in remaining 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup tomato sauce. Season again to taste.
8
Add Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and mix until melted and creamy.
9
Serve hot topped with extra Parmesan.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Tomato Paste First 🍅Toast the tomato paste in olive oil and butter for 1-2 minutes before adding liquid to deepen its flavor and remove any metallic taste, creating a richer sauce foundation.
- Deglaze with Vodka Properly 🍸Let the vodka simmer for 2-3 minutes after adding to allow the alcohol to cook off while the flavor compounds remain, enhancing depth without any harsh alcohol taste.
- Add Cream Off-Heat 🥛Remove the pan from heat before stirring in heavy cream to prevent the sauce from breaking or curdling, ensuring a silky, cohesive finish.
- Reserve Starchy Pasta Water 💧Save 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and use it to adjust sauce consistency at the end—the starch helps emulsify the cream and tomato for a restaurant-quality coating.
- Finish with Cold Butter 🧈Swirl in a knob of cold unsalted butter at the very end off-heat to add silky richness and bind all flavors together in an elegant, glossy sauce.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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