Barilla Penne Rigate Pasta with Vodka Sauce
Barilla Penne Rigate Pasta with Vodka Sauce
With tomato paste, chili flakes, cream and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese in the mix
30 minutes total
- Basil
- Beginner
- Cheese
- Classic Blue Box
- Garlic
- Parsley
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Short
- Tomato
- Vegetarian Recipes
- Veggies
The popular Penne Alla Vodka, beloved in Italian-American cuisine, is quick and easy to make! For this recipe, you'll need premium Barilla Penne Rigate pasta, tomato paste, crushed chili flakes, garlic, onion, vodka and heavy cream. Used to intensify the flavours in the sauce, the vodka is simmered along with the heavy cream, cooking off the alcohol to create a rich and creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Serves 5
1 box | Barilla Penne Rigate pasta |
1 | small yellow onion, diced |
2 | garlic cloves, minced |
4 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil, divided |
3 tbsp | tomato paste |
1/2 tsp | crushed red pepper flakes |
1/4 cup | vodka |
3/4 cup | heavy cream |
1/4 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated and divided |
Parsley or basil, chopped for garnish | |
To taste | salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add 3 tbsp olive oil, onion, and garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until onion is translucent.
Step 2
Add crushed red pepper and tomato paste, stirring and cooking for an additional minute.
Step 3
Add vodka and reduce alcohol. Season with salt and pepper, add heavy cream, and bring to a simmer.
Step 4
Meanwhile, cook Barilla Penne Rigate pasta according to package directions. Reserving 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, drain pasta and add to the sauce.
Step 5
Add 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, mix well. Remove skillet from the heat; add 1/2 of the cheese and toss well.
Step 6
Garnish with remaining cheese, remaining olive oil and herbs.

Penne Rigate
Penne is one of the most famous Italian pasta shapes and is beloved across Italy. Penne, which means 'pen' in Italian, gets its name from its shape. The tube shape with angled ends was inspired by the quill of an old-style ink pen. Its ridged tubes are perfect for capturing sauces and the rugged texture adds depth to dishes, making it a popular choice for baked pasta dishes and hearty sauces.
- Shape Short en-ca
- Cook time 11 mins
- Pack size 410 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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