Recipes Pasta and Noodles Pasta by Shape Recipes Instant Pot Penne alla Vodka 5.0 (14) 14 Reviews 3 Photos This penne alla vodka is the perfect comfort food on a busy night! The whole thing comes together in one pot in about 45 minutes. It's a super affordable hearty meal created from pantry staples. Great with a glass of wine. Garnish each serving with Parmesan and fresh flat-leaf parsley. Recipe by Nicolemcmom Updated on June 13, 2022 Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Add Photo 3 3 3 Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 10 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil ¾ cup finely chopped yellow onion 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper ½ cup vodka 2 ½ cups water 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes ½ cup heavy cream ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Directions Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Select high temperature setting, and preheat the pot for 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter and oil. Add onion and cook, stirring constantly, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, and cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Pour in vodka and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Cancel Saute function. Stir in water, penne, and salt. Pour tomatoes over penne; do not stir. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese; let stand for 3 minutes. Stir in pepper. Cook's Note: You could add shrimp or cooked chicken at the end. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 762 Calories 25g Fat 101g Carbs 22g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 762 % Daily Value * Total Fat 25g 32% Saturated Fat 13g 64% Cholesterol 62mg 21% Sodium 1345mg 58% Total Carbohydrate 101g 37% Dietary Fiber 8g 29% Total Sugars 5g Protein 22g Vitamin C 21mg 107% Calcium 201mg 15% Iron 6mg 33% Potassium 880mg 19% * 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. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved