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Vegan Vodka Sauce (Penne alla Vodka)
Coat creamy vegan vodka sauce over penne pasta for a dairy free penne alla vodka. It's perfect for an easy weeknight meal! This comforting classic will become a family favorite in no time. Pasta dishes are perfect for quick, easy, and delicious meals. It's unbelievably saucy, silky smooth, and yes, creamy!

Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
In a large skillet, warm the olive oil or vegan butter over low-medium heat. Cook the onion until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. If using, add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Step 2
Stir in the tomato paste. It will transform to a deep red color. Lower the heat and stir in the vodka. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the vodka to cook off.
- Step 3
Add the coconut cream or coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Step 4
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions in a large stockpot. Once cooked, drain and transfer to skillet with sauce, reserving about 1-2 cups of pasta water.
- Step 5
Stir everything together until well incorporated. Add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Serve creamy dairy free vodka sauce over pasta.
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