A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with a rich tomato and vodka sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 10 basil leaves
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 800 g crushed tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 50 g parmesan cheese
- 400 g pasta
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 60 ml vodka
Directions
Step 1
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Stir in the vodka and let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Cook until the sauce is well combined and heated through.
Step 8
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Step 9
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Step 10
Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.