No boiling, no mess.

This flavorful pasta dinner couldnt be easier.

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

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One pan baked penne alla vodka lifted from casserole dish using a wooden spoon

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Its a reflexive response at this point, and for good reason.

The timeless pink sauce holds the perfect balance of acidity, richness, and tang.

Its comfort food and elevated Italian cuisine at the same time.

Close-up: one pan baked penne alla vodka topped with pieces of basil

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It is made entirely in one pan (no boiling pasta separately!)

Since the pasta cooks directly in the pan, it absorbs tons of flavor from the sauce and seasonings.

To make it dairy-free, use coconut cream and vegan shredded mozzarella.

One pan baked penne alla vodka on a plate at a table setting with a plate of side salad, two drinks, and a small plate of basil

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Add salt to taste, since the saltiness of different marinara sauces can vary.

Use a spatula to smooth out the top so the pasta is largely submerged.

Place the spinach in an even layer on top.

One pan baked penne alla vodka wet ingredients mixed together in the casserole dish

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Cover the pan with tin foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Remove the pan from the oven and uncover.

Gently stir the spinach into the pasta.

Penne pasta submerged in the casserole dish with one pan penne alla vodka sauce

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Cool a piece of pasta and taste, adding salt as needed.

Stir and smooth it out again, keeping the pasta coated in sauce.

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Casserole dish topped with fresh spinach for one pan baked penne alla vodka recipe

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Cook for 10 more minutes, uncovered.

The cheese will melt and the sauce will thicken.

Top with fresh basil or parsley and serve.

Casserole dish covered with aluminium foil for one pan penne alla vodka recipe

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Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 to 6 days.

Reheat covered with tinfoil in a 350F oven, in a small saucepan, or in the microwave.

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One pan baked penne alla vodka with aluminium foil removed (first bake)

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Cooked spinach mixed with the one pan baked penne alla vodka

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One pan baked penne alla vodka topped with shredded cheese

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

One pan baked penne alla vodka in a casserole dish topped with fresh basil

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe