15-Min Penne Alla Vodka
Creamy tomato pasta made with marinara, cream, and parmesan—ready in under 5 minutes. No vodka required; the sauce is silky and satisfying as-is.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil penne in salted water until al dente, about 9 minutes.
Step 2
Pour marinara and cream into a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and just beginning to bubble, ~2 minutes.
Step 4
Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water, then add to the skillet.
Step 5
Toss gently until coated; add pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Step 6
Remove from heat, stir in parmesan, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot for pasta water
- large skillet or sauté pan
- wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- colander
- measuring cups
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