Keto Penne a la Vodka
Indulge in a creamy, decadent twist on a classic Italian favorite with Keto Penne a la Vodka—a low-carb delight that’s perfect for satisfying cravings while staying on track. This recipe features tender keto-friendly penne pasta tossed in a rich vodka-infused tomato cream sauce, made flavorful with fragrant garlic, a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, and tangy tomato paste. Finished with velvety melted Parmesan cheese and aromatic fresh basil, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen without compromising on your keto lifestyle. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this guilt-free comfort food is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Keep your low-carb goals deliciously attainable with this indulgent yet wholesome recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Keto penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 medium Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cups Tomato paste
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Vodka
- 0.75 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 3 cups Water
Instructions
In a large pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the keto penne pasta and cook as per package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the paste darkens in color.
Reduce the heat to low and carefully stir in the heavy cream and vodka. Simmer gently for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the sauce to thicken.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the penne thoroughly with the sauce.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
Serve the Keto Penne a la Vodka warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.3 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 712 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
