Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka

This pasta alla vodka boasts tender penne tossed in a rich and delicious tomato, crème fraîche & vodka sauce. Sprinkled with grated Italian-style hard cheese and fresh oregano, you’ll have yourself a restaurant quality meal in no time!

Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka

with a side salad & Italian-style hard cheese

4.9

Hands on Time: 10 - 25 minutes

Overall Time: 20 - 35 minutes

Ingredients:

From your kitchen:

  • Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Water
  • Butter
  • Sugar/Sweetener/Honey
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  1. A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 100ml of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.

  2. ALLA Vodka

    Place a pan (large enough for the pasta) over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion until soft, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the grated garlic and the chilli flakes (to taste). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Add the vodka and simmer until almost all evaporated, 30-60 seconds.

  3. ALL TOGETHER

    Once the Vodka has reduced, add the tomato paste, the reserved pasta water, and the crème fraîche to the pan. Simmer until thickened, 2-4 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add an extra splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through a knob of butter, ½ the grated cheese, ½ the chopped oregano, the cooked pasta, and seasoning.

  4. SIMPLE SALAD

    In a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of Lemon juice, a sweetener (to taste), and seasoning. Toss through the rinsed green leaves and the Cucumber half-moons.

  5. Vodka + PENNE = BELLISSIMA!

    Plate up a hearty spoonful of the pasta alla Vodka. Sprinkle over the remaining oregano and grated cheese. Side with the dressed salad. Buon Appetito!

  • Penne Pasta - 125g

  • Onion - 1

  • Garlic Clove - 1

  • Dried Chilli Flakes - 5ml

  • Vodka - 20ml

  • Tomato Paste - 40ml

  • Crème Fraîche - 40ml

  • Italian-style Hard Cheese - 40g

  • Fresh Oregano - 3g

  • Lemon - 1

  • Green Leaves - 20g

  • Cucumber - 50g

  1. A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 150ml of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.

  2. ALLA Vodka

    Place a pan (large enough for the pasta) over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion until soft, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the grated garlic and the chilli flakes (to taste). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Add the vodka and simmer until almost all evaporated, 30-60 seconds.

  3. ALL TOGETHER

    Once the Vodka has reduced, add the tomato paste, the reserved pasta water, and the crème fraîche to the pan. Simmer until thickened, 2-4 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add an extra splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through a knob of butter, ½ the grated cheese, ½ the chopped oregano, the cooked pasta, and seasoning.

  4. SIMPLE SALAD

    In a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of Lemon juice, a sweetener (to taste), and seasoning. Toss through the rinsed green leaves and the Cucumber half-moons.

  5. Vodka + PENNE = BELLISSIMA!

    Plate up a hearty spoonful of the pasta alla Vodka. Sprinkle over the remaining oregano and grated cheese. Side with the dressed salad. Buon Appetito!

  • Penne Pasta - 250g

  • Onion - 1

  • Garlic Clove - 1

  • Dried Chilli Flakes - 10ml

  • Vodka - 40ml

  • Tomato Paste - 80ml

  • Crème Fraîche - 80ml

  • Italian-style Hard Cheese - 80g

  • Fresh Oregano - 5g

  • Lemon - 1

  • Green Leaves - 40g

  • Cucumber - 100g

  1. A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 200ml of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.

  2. ALLA Vodka

    Place a pan (large enough for the pasta) over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion until soft, 4-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the grated garlic and the chilli flakes (to taste). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Add the vodka and simmer until almost all evaporated, 1-2 minutes.

  3. ALL TOGETHER

    Once the Vodka has reduced, add the tomato paste, the reserved pasta water, and the crème fraîche to the pan. Simmer until thickened, 2-4 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add an extra splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through a knob of butter, ½ the grated cheese, ½ the chopped oregano, the cooked pasta, and seasoning.

  4. SIMPLE SALAD

    In a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of Lemon juice, a sweetener (to taste), and seasoning. Toss through the rinsed green leaves and the Cucumber half-moons.

  5. Vodka + PENNE = BELLISSIMA!

    Plate up a hearty spoonful of the pasta alla Vodka. Sprinkle over the remaining oregano and grated cheese. Side with the dressed salad. Buon Appetito!

  • Penne Pasta - 375g

  • Onions - 2

  • Garlic Cloves - 2

  • Dried Chilli Flakes - 15ml

  • Vodka - 60ml

  • Tomato Paste - 125ml

  • Crème Fraîche - 125ml

  • Italian-style Hard Cheese - 120g

  • Fresh Oregano - 8g

  • Lemon - 1

  • Green Leaves - 60g

  • Cucumber - 150g

  1. A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 250ml of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.

  2. ALLA Vodka

    Place a pan (large enough for the pasta) over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion until soft, 4-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the grated garlic and the chilli flakes (to taste). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Add the vodka and simmer until almost all evaporated, 1-2 minutes.

  3. ALL TOGETHER

    Once the Vodka has reduced, add the tomato paste, the reserved pasta water, and the crème fraîche to the pan. Simmer until thickened, 2-4 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add an extra splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through a knob of butter, ½ the grated cheese, ½ the chopped oregano, the cooked pasta, and seasoning.

  4. SIMPLE SALAD

    In a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of Lemon juice, a sweetener (to taste), and seasoning. Toss through the rinsed green leaves and the Cucumber half-moons.

  5. Vodka + PENNE = BELLISSIMA!

    Plate up a hearty spoonful of the pasta alla Vodka. Sprinkle over the remaining oregano and grated cheese. Side with the dressed salad. Buon Appetito!

  • Penne Pasta - 500g

  • Onions - 2

  • Garlic Cloves - 2

  • Dried Chilli Flakes - 20ml

  • Vodka - 80ml

  • Tomato Paste - 160ml

  • Crème Fraîche - 160ml

  • Italian-style Hard Cheese - 160g

  • Fresh Oregano - 10g

  • Lemon - 1

  • Green Leaves - 80g

  • Cucumber - 200g

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the preparation time for Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka?

The preparation time for Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka with a side salad & Italian-style hard cheese is between 10 and 25 minutes.

What is the total time required to make Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka with a side salad & Italian-style hard cheese?

The total time required to make Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka with a side salad & Italian-style hard cheese is between 20 and 35 minutes.

How many servings does Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka provide?

4 servings

What are the main ingredients in Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka?

Creme Fraiche, Cucumber, Dried Chilli Flakes, Fresh Oregano, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Green Leaves, Italian-style Hard Cheese, Lemon, Onion, Onions, Penne Pasta, Tomato Paste, Vodka

What is the nutritional information of Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka?

Calories: 1005, Carbs: 143 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 37.9 grams, Sugar: 23.3 grams, Salt: 344 grams

How do I prepare Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka?

SIMPLE SALAD: In a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, a sweetener (to taste), and seasoning. Toss through the rinsed green leaves and the cucumber half-moons. ALL TOGETHER: Once the vodka has reduced, add the tomato paste, the reserved pasta water, and the crème fraîche to the pan. Simmer until thickened, 2-4 minutes (stirring occasionally). Add an extra splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly. Remove from the heat and stir through a knob of butter, ½ the grated cheese, ½ the chopped oregano, the cooked pasta, and seasoning. A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 150ml of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil. VODKA + PENNE = BELLISSIMA!: Plate up a hearty spoonful of the pasta alla vodka. Sprinkle over the remaining oregano and grated cheese. Side with the dressed salad. Buon Appetito! ALLA VODKA: Place a pan (large enough for the pasta) over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced onion until soft, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the grated garlic and the chilli flakes (to taste). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Add the vodka and simmer until almost all evaporated, 30-60 seconds.

What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka?

Creme Fraiche, Cucumber, Dried Chilli Flakes, Fresh Oregano, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Green Leaves, Italian-style Hard Cheese, Lemon, Onion, Onions, Penne Pasta, Tomato Paste, Vodka

How many calories does Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka have?

1005 calories

How much fat content does Vegetarian Penne Alla Vodka have?

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