Pasta in Vodka Sauce

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This is a simple, non-time-consuming recipe, but is delicious nonetheless.

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Servings:
5
Yield:
4 to 6 - servings

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • ¼ pound thinly sliced prosciutto

  • ¾ cup vodka

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 tablespoon dried basil

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 cup half-and-half cream

  • 1 pound penne pasta

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, celery, and garlic in oil; stir until soft. Add prosciutto and vodka. Simmer until almost all liquid is gone.

  2. Add tomatoes, cayenne, and herbs. Simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in half and half, and heat for 3 minutes.

  4. Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water until done. Drain. Serve sauce over noodles.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

717 Calories
26g Fat
84g Carbs
21g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 717
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 34%
Saturated Fat 8g 42%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 686mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 84g 30%
Dietary Fiber 7g 26%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 21g
Vitamin C 20mg 101%
Calcium 160mg 12%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 816mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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