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Baked Penne Alla Vodka

Made with the creamiest, richest tomato sauce ever, this easy homemade Baked Penne Alla Vodka is a nourishing family favorite. Melted mozzarella cheese and tender ground turkey make it even better!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: ground turkey, pasta bake, vodka sauce
Servings: 8
Calories: 584kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook penne pasta according to the directions on the box.
  • In the meantime, heat olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and peppers to the hot oil; cook for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
  • Drain any excess grease, if needed, and return skillet over medium heat.
  • Season with the rosemary, oregano, and basil.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 15 seconds.
  • Stir in the tomato paste.
  • Pour in the vodka and, using a wooden spoon, scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes; stir.
  • Add the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese; stir until completely combined.
  • Bring to a simmer; reduce heat and let simmer for 3 minutes.
  • In the meantime drain the pasta.
  • Transfer pasta to a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Pour the turkey mixture over the pasta and mix until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Add slices of fresh mozzarella on top.
  • Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and pasta is bubbling on the sides.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 584kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 437mg | Potassium: 734mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1413IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 3mg