Recipe: Penne alla VodkaDescription: A creamy Italian-American pasta dish featuring a rich vodka sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.Serves: 4 people Total Time: 30Difficulty: Easy to follow Ingredients needed: 300 g penne pasta, 2 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoon butter, 4 clove garlic, 0.5 cup vodka, 400 g canned whole tomatoes, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, 0.5 cup heavy cream, 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, 0.25 cup basilInstructions: Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in 0.5 cups of vodka and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off. Add 1 can (400 g) of canned whole tomatoes, crushing them with a spoon, and season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes. Stir in 0.5 cups of heavy cream and 0.5 cup of grated parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth and creamy. Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through. Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.Perfect for: Meal planning, weekly preparation, home cooking Tags: Italian, Pasta, VegetarianThis Penne alla Vodka recipe is designed for easy meal planning and preparation. It serves 4 people and can be made in 30 minutes. Great for weekly meal prep and family dinners.