Penne and Vodka Sauce

Tossed Salad

Italian Bread

Penne and Vodka Sauce Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 Tablespoons butter
¼ pound thinly sliced pancetta bacon, chopped
⅓ cup vodka
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1½ cups tomato sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
 
Directions:
 
1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta, and sauté until lightly browned.

3. Add vodka and stir until it is reduced by half, about 4 to 5 minutes.

4. Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir every few minutes.

5. Stir in pasta, and heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese, tossed salad and warm Italian bread.