The Recipe: Baked Penne Alla Vodka. The Standout Ingredient: The melted mozzarella. After baking the dish for 45 minutes, take the pasta out of the oven and break fresh mozzarella over the top, then bake for another 15 minutes. The Pro Tip: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper chili flakes before serving, suggests recipe creator Natalie of The Modern Proper.