Store-bought vodka sauce is a great time-saver, but it can sometimes lack flavor. We interviewed several expert chefs to learn tips for upgrading it.

chances are you have spotted the popular penne alla vodka on the menu. Also known as "pink sauce" due to its reddish-pink color, this sauce combines tomato with heavy cream for a perfect balance ...

This hearty casserole is loaded with creamy cheese, spicy Italian sausage, and a weeknight-friendly vodka sauce that starts ... about 4 minutes. Add tomato paste, and cook, stirring often, until ...

It is creamy, has a big tomato punch and has a nice spice ... Technique tip: The pasta water is going to be our sauce emulsifier. Don't drain it! This dish is super simple, but it goes fast.

The sauce is so creamy and smooth without being heavy and overwhelming. Slowly roasting the tomato sauce in the oven added depth and complexity to the vodka sauce, which I actually loved even more ...

Turn the heat up to medium, add the tomato ... Add the vodka and stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add the cream and ...

It’s particularly popular in tomato-based sauces because ... Without it, the sauce might separate or feel just a little bit too tangy. But vodka ensures the dish is smooth, creamy, balanced, and ...

Jarred sauces from Carmine’s are currently available in Marinara, creamy Vodka, fresh Tomato-Basil, and spicy Fra Diavolo varieties at Carmine’s restaurant here in Vegas at The Forum Shops and at ...