Penne with Vodka Sauce
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Serves: 6
 
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 14oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup vodka
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese
Preparation Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt better with oil; add onion and saute for 8 minutes or until transparent.
  2. Add both cans of tomatoes and cook for 25 minutes or until thick; stir frequently.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add cream, vodka and red pepper flakes; boil for 2 minutes or until thickened to sauce consistency.
  4. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until soft. Drain and put in a large serving bowl.
  6. Add basil to sauce and pour over pasta. Toss to combine, serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Recipe by Foods of Our Lives at https://www.foodsofourlives.com/2011/01/penne-with-vodka-sauce/