Ina Garten's penne alla vodka is a stunning showstopper, plus super delicious and easy to make. We think it's the perfect winter comfort dish.

Some might assume that penne alla vodka is an ancient Roman pasta, but it gained popularity only in the 1970s and ’80s. ... So if you wish to taste the full impact of pork fat, ...

Smooth penne (lisce) doesn’t soak up quite as much sauce, but is equally fabulous. I like to reserve smooth penne for soups, casseroles and served as a side dish with stew.

How to make penne alla vodka. Sauté the prosciutto, garlic, and basil. Splash a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cut the prosciutto into small pieces and finely chop the garlic.

Preparation 1. In a large pot set over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until it ripples, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onions and allow them to soften, stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes.

Ever since I began ranking Garten's pasta dishes back in May 2021, nothing has come close to topping her weeknight bolognese.But after I had one bite of the penne alla vodka, I knew that was going ...