Creamy Vodka Pasta

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  2. 2Add diced shallot, a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes; cook for a few minutes.
  3. 3Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. 4Add 4 ounces of tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.
  5. 5Boil water in a saucepan, add salt and olive oil. Add 1 pound of pasta shells and cook according to package directions.
  6. 6Stir the tomato paste, shallot, and garlic mixture.
  7. 7Add two airplane bottles (about 150ml) of vodka and cook until the alcohol smell disappears.
  8. 8Add 1 cup of heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper.
  9. 9Whisk until well combined and cook for about three minutes.
  10. 10Add 2-3 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley, 8 chopped basil leaves, and 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese.
  11. 11Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
  12. 12Add a couple of tablespoons of butter and some pasta water to create a creamy consistency.
  13. 13Top with more grated parmesan cheese and parsley.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pasta
  • 2 T Olive Oil
  • 3 T Butter
  • 1 tsp Red Chile Flakes
  • 1 Shallot
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 4 oz Tomato Paste
  • 3 airplane bottles Vodka
  • 1 C Heavy Cream
  • 0 Salt
  • 0 Pepper
  • 2 T Flat Leaf Parsley
  • 8 Basil Leaves
  • 1 C Parmesan Cheese
  • 0.5 C Pasta Water

Equipment

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