Penne alla Vodka Recipe

By gbvampy1

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips
• 1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 1/4 cup vodka
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Details

Servings 6
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add prosciutto; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in tomatoes, vodka, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Stir in cream; cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
Drain pasta. Add pasta and cheese to sauce; toss to combine. Yield: 6 servings.