Penne al Salmone
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Treat yourself with this Penne al Salmone, featuring luscious smoked salmon tucked into a delicate creamy sauce. This classic Italian recipe is easy to make at home!
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Why Make This Recipe?
• Truly luxurious with cream and smoky salmon
• Make in under 30 minutes
• Perfect date night meal or Valentine's Day dinner!
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Ingredients Needed:
Penne pasta, smoked salmon, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, vodka, onion, butter, tomato paste, garlic, and chives.
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Boil water and cook penne pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside.
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Slice smoked salmon into small pieces. Finely chop 1/2 white onion and a garlic clove.
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Melt butter in skillet, then add onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 min.
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Stir in tomato paste, then vodka. Cook until vodka evaporates, about 1 min.
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Add heavy cream and simmer for 7 min. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Stir in cooked penne pasta and drizzle in 1/4 cup of pasta water. Toss until well coated, then stir in smoked salmon.
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Serve Penne al Salmone with chopped chives and grated parm!
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