Skillet Penne alla Vodka

Name: Skillet Penne alla Vodka
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 3 (14.5-ounce) cans, whole peeled tomatoes; 2 tablespoons, extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup, minced onion; 1 tablespoon, tomato paste; , Salt; 2 , medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 teaspoons); 1/4-1/2 teaspoon, red pepper flakes; 2 cups, water; 1/3 cup, vodka; 12 ounces (about 3 3/4 cups), penne pasta (see note); 1/2 cup, heavy cream; 2 tablespoons, minced fresh basil leaves; , Ground black pepper; , Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Main Courses
Europe
Italian
Pasta, Grains, Rice & Beans
Pasta

Penne alla vodka quickly became a featured item at trendy restaurants when it won first place in a 1970s recipe contest promoting vodka. We set out to fine-tune this modern classic.

SERVES 4

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