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Penne alla vodka

From the video “How to Make PENNE ALLA VODKA Like an Italian” by Vincenzo's Plate. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Vincenzo's Plate. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumGreat weeknight pick
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~3
est.
Cost
~$2.93*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$18.07* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
11

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.80*for the batch in the video
~$2.93*per serving

You save about ~$18.07* per serving (86% less*) than ordering it out — ~$54.20* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario pasta entrée, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

3 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 5 predicted from typical costs · not priced: cured pancetta, pecorino romano, vodka

* Estimate, not a quote: 5 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pasta entrée at ~$21, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving782 kcal · 39% of 2,000
Fat40 g51%
Saturated fat20 g98%
Sodium247 mg11%
Carbohydrate86 g31%
Fiber5.4 g19%
Total sugars9.7 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein21 g43%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+15 of 20
  • Fiber+10 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−3 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 7 of 9 ingredient lines (78% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: 3.3 servings of rice/noodles (~90 g dry or ~200 g cooked each); model check 4 agrees). Typical amounts assumed for Italian Peeled Tomatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Basil, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: Salt, Black Pepper. Not matched to nutrient data: Cured Pancetta, Vodka. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • pan
  • pot
  • bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • strainer
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • potato masher

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact servings not stated
  • Total cooking time not stated
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Penne alla vodka

What makes Vincenzo's Plate's Penne alla vodka recipe and technique special?

Vincenzo's Plate's take on Penne alla vodka focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Vigorous tossing emulsifies cream and tomato into silky sauce Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Penne alla vodka at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Penne alla vodka recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Penne alla vodka ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Penne alla vodka can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Vincenzo's Plate's Penne alla vodka?

This recipe utilizes approximately 11 ingredients across 20 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Penne alla vodka?

The official cooking video by Vincenzo's Plate is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.