🍝🍸 Obsessed with Vodka Pasta

 🍝🍸 Obsessed with Vodka Pasta 🍝🍸

📝 Ingredients:

• 300g penne pasta (or any short pasta)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 small onion (finely chopped)

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)

• 1 cup tomato puree (or canned crushed tomatoes)

• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional for spice)

• 1/3 cup vodka

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Fresh basil (for garnish)

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👩‍🍳 How to Make:

1. Cook pasta: Boil salted water and cook penne until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pan, heat olive oil + butter. Add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and chili flakes.

3. Tomato base: Add tomato puree, cook for 5–7 minutes until thick and slightly caramelized.

4. Add vodka: Pour in vodka, let it simmer for 2–3 minutes so the alcohol cooks off.

5. Creamy finish: Stir in heavy cream, mix until smooth. Season with salt & pepper.

6. Combine: Toss in cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Stir well until creamy and coated.

7. Cheese & serve: Add parmesan cheese, mix again. Garnish with fresh basil & extra cheese.