Vodka Sauce Pasta
A comforting and creamy vodka sauce pasta that beautifully balances flavors for a delightful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add vodka to the skillet and let it reduce for about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the crushed tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Blend in the heavy cream and red pepper flakes (if using), stirring until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and toss gently to coat.
- Serve the vodka sauce pasta with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for garnish.
Notes
Pairs well with a simple arugula salad and a glass of Pinot Grigio. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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