This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you purchase through those links (at no extra cost to you).Leave a ReviewJump to RecipeFor the most flavorful Penne alla Vodka, stir in the vodka at the end and simmer it for just 5 minutes.Vodka helps emulsify the sauce, gives it a silky texture, and enhances the overall flavor of the dish.

  Meggan’s notes As a classically-trained chef, I’m happy to bend and break the rules when it makes for a better recipe.That’s why I serve my Penne all Vodka with rigatoni pasta instead of penne.The larger noodles hold the sauce better than penne which makes every bite as flavorful as possible.

I tried this sauce with penne, rigatoni, cavatappi, and rotini.Rigatoni was the winner.After infusing olive oil with garlic and chili flakes, stir in the vodka with the tomatoes and heavy cream.

After just 5 minutes of simmering time, you’ll have a nuanced sauce with complex flavors.The vodka evaporates off which helps the sauce emulsify (thicken) and gives it a silken texture unlike other sauces.I love to serve Penne alla Vodka with a simple arugula salad or garden salad with red wine vinaigrette.

The pasta is rich and hearty, so a light side dish works best here.Table of ContentsMeggan’s notesRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesStep-by-step instructionsRecipe tips and variationsFrequently Asked QuestionsPenne alla Vodka Recipe Recipe ingredients At a Glance: Here is a quick sna

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