Chef John’s Penne with Vodka Sauce

Description This is the incredibly easy and always popular vodka sauce. There are certain flavors in tomatoes that are only brought out if you introduce alcohol into the sauce. Ingredients 4 ounces pancetta bacon, diced 1 small sprig fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup vodka ½ cup heavy whipping cream freshly ground black … Read more

Penne with Pink Vodka Sauce

Description I made this recipe for my niece’s baptism, it was a huge hit, no leftovers! Optional ingredients include, crushed red pepper flakes, sliced black olives and roasted red pepper strips. Also, you can substitute the cheese of your choice for the mozzarella. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta 5 tablespoons butter 2 … Read more

Penne with Spicy Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce

Description A nice change from your typical tomato sauce! If you’re worried about the alcohol, don’t be! It cooks off and cannot be tasted. It simply helps to enhance the flavors. Ingredients 1 pound uncooked penne pasta ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 (28 … Read more