Gluten-Free Penne a la Vodka
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Gluten-Free Penne a la Vodka, a classic Italian-American dish reimagined for gluten-free enthusiasts. This recipe combines tender gluten-free penne pasta with a rich tomato-vodka sauce, infused with aromatic garlic, a touch of spicy red pepper flakes, and smooth heavy cream. A splash of vodka enhances the depth of the tomato paste, while freshly chopped basil and Parmesan cheese lend a fragrant, savory finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this elegant yet approachable dish is ready in just 30 minutes, serving up restaurant-quality flavors from the comfort of your kitchen. Garnish with extra Parmesan and basil for a true crowd-pleaser that’s effortlessly gluten-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Vodka
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
Add tomato paste to the skillet and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the paste darkens in color slightly.
Pour in the vodka and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until fully combined, then add salt and black pepper.
Add the cooked gluten-free penne pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in the reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.6 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 4379 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.3 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 68.5 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1506 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2268 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
