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5 from 3 votes

Pasta alla Vodka

Pasta alla vodka is a mouth-watering dish that blends the smooth taste of vodka with a creamy tomato-based sauce, elevating pasta to a whole new level. Serve it with some crusty bread and enjoy!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Main Dish, pasta recipes
Author: EverydayShortcuts.com

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Rigatoni Noodles cooked al dente
  • 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ¼ Cup Vodka
  • ¼ Cup Tomato Paste
  • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water in case you need to thin out the sauce. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, tomato paste, and vodka. Stir to combine.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, then simmer and let cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
  • Add in the cooked pasta and stir to coat. If sauce is too thick add a little bit of the reserved pasta water and stir.
  • Garnish with parmesan cheese, serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • To Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To Freeze: Place in sauce and pasta separately in airtight containers in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • To Reheat: Reheat in microwave to desired temperature. If frozen allow to thaw out in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • I used half of a box of these noodles because they were so big. If you use a smaller size noodle you could use the full 16oz. box.
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