Penne & Sausages a La Vodka

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Penne & Sausages a La Vodka, a comforting and hearty Italian dish
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb Italian pork sausage ( sweet or spicy )
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion , diced
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 medium red pepper , seeded & cut into strips
1 medium zucchini , cut into strips
1 can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/3 cup vodka
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 lb penne
1 tablespoon parsley , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
780
Sugar
12g
Fat
44g
Penne & Sausages a La Vodka is a popular Italian-American dish. It is a comforting pasta dish made with penne pasta, Italian pork sausage, and a creamy tomato sauce flavored with vodka, nutmeg, and parmesan cheese. The addition of vegetables like red pepper and zucchini makes it more nutritious and flavorful. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or for entertaining guests.

Instructions

1.Remove casings from sausage and cut into 1-inch pieces.
2.Heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
3.Add sausage pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
4.Add onion, garlic, red pepper, and zucchini to the skillet, and cook for 5 more minutes until vegetables are softened.
5.Stir in tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and cumin, bring to boil, and then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
6.Stir in vodka, half-and-half cream, nutmeg, and parmesan cheese, and let simmer for 5 more minutes.
7.Meanwhile, cook penne according to package instructions until al dente.
8.Drain pasta and toss with the sauce.
9.Sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley before serving.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and packed with flavors and hearty ingredients.

It can be made ahead and reheated, making it a perfect meal prep option.

CONS

This dish contains high amounts of fat and calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for people with lactose intolerance due to the presence of cream and cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest, it contains vegetables and protein from the sausage.
The cumin in the dish can aid digestion and has been linked to improving cholesterol levels.

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