Instant Pot Penne Alla Vodka
This Instant Pot Penne Alla Vodka is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that comes together quickly and easily. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s rich in taste and sure to please everyone at the table.
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 4 Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for heat preference
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vodka
- 3 cups penne pasta
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste fresh basil leaves for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' mode. Add olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, and vodka. Mix well.
- Add the penne pasta and broth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to 'Sealing.' Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure by carefully turning the valve to 'Venting.'
- After the pressure is released, open the lid and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy and well combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
To save time, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time.
This dish can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth and omitting the meat.
If you prefer a bit of acidity, a splash of lemon juice at the end will brighten the flavors.