Vodka Blush Penne (& Smoked Salmon)

Name: Vodka Blush Penne (& Smoked Salmon)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp ex vir oo; 1 Tbsp butter; 2 clove garlic, minced; 2 small or 1 large shallot(s), minced; 1 c vodka; 1 c chicken broth; 1 28-oz can plum tonatoes, crushed; 1/2 c heavy cream; 1 lb penne, cooked al dente (i like mezze penne-the smaller); 1/2 bunch fresh basil, torn into pieces; fresh grated parm, salt & pepper

By Michelle Koletar/Mertz
@Mertzie

This is scrumptious. I love it w/ smoked salmon flaked & added to it. My son likes it without, so it is your choice. Your kitchen will smell lovely cooking this dish!

Rating:

★★★★★ 1 vote5

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Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

30 Min

Ingredients

1 Tbsp

ex vir oo
1 Tbsp

butter
2 clove

garlic, minced
2

small or 1 large shallot(s), minced
1 c

vodka
1 c

chicken broth
1

28-oz can plum tonatoes, crushed
1/2 c

heavy cream
1 lb

penne, cooked al dente (i like mezze penne-the smaller)
1/2 bunch

fresh basil, torn into pieces
·

fresh grated parm, salt & pepper
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How to Make Vodka Blush Penne (& Smoked Salmon)

Step-by-Step

Melt butter & oil over med heat. Add shallots & garlic & toss about 2-3 mins. (Don't burn garlic!) Remove from heat.
Add vodka & stir. Return to heat. Cook & stir about 7 mins until vodka reduces by half. Add broth & tomatoes (w/juice) & boil. Reduce heat & season w/ salt & pepper. Simmer 20-25 minutes.
Whisk in cream & bring to light boil. Remove from heat. Add pasta & basil & toss. Serve w/ Parm on top. NOTE: If you prefer to add smoked salmon, sautee lightly & then place atop or in sauce directly. Yum. :)

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