Penne alla Vodka

prep time:
20 min urtes
total time:
35 min
Makes 4 to 6 servings
AndreaAndrea Bascom

ingredients

  • 1 pound penne or ziti
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 (28 oz) can peeled, crushed tomatoes, chopped and liquid
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed pepper flakes
  • 3/4 cup pepper vodka
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Chopped basil leaves as garnish
  • Pecorino cheese

directions

  • 1

    In large pot of salted water cook pasta until just al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Cover to keep warm.

  • 2

    Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring until soft (about 2 minutes). Add tomatoes and pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add vodka and cook until reduced, about 5 minutes. Add cream and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and adjust seasoning.

  • 3

    Add the cooked pasta to sauce and toss.

  • 4

    Transfer to a large serving bowl and garnish with basil and top with sprinkling of cheese.

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