Karen's Creamy Tomato Pasta

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Traditional vodka sauce is the basis for this recipe, but with a twist to suit my family's taste. This is quick enough to serve on a weeknight but is also a treat for company.

2
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta

  • ½ pound sweet Italian sausage

  • 1 (6 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

  • ½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms

  • ½ cup vodka

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • ½ cup half-and-half

  • teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.

  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown. Mix in the roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and vodka, and bring to a boil. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until most of the vodka has evaporated and mushrooms are tender.

  3. Mix the tomatoes, half-and-half, and red pepper into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, 15 minutes. Serve over the cooked pasta, and top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

595 Calories
19g Fat
65g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 595
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 25%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 1054mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate 65g 24%
Dietary Fiber 7g 26%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin C 43mg 48%
Calcium 234mg 18%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 989mg 21%

* 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.