Serves 1
Directions
- 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add about 1 tablespoon of Kosher salt.
- 2Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- 3Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- 4In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, shallots, and minced garlic.
- 5Sauté for 1 minute.
- 6Stir in the red pepper flakes.
- 7Mix in the tomato paste.
- 8Add the vodka. Let it cook for 30-60 seconds to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
- 9Pour in the heavy cream and add 1/4 cup of grated Parmigiano Reggiano, along with a pinch of salt and the black pepper.
- 10Stir well and reduce the heat to low.
- 11Once the pasta is al dente, add it to the skillet.
- 12Increase the heat to medium and add the remaining Parmigiano Reggiano and about 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water.
- 13Stir everything together, adding more pasta water if necessary, until the pasta is well-coated with a creamy sauce. Adjust the sauce consistency according to your preference by adding more pasta water if it's too thick.
- 14Serve the pasta in bowls.
- 15Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- 16Top with a piece of burrata.
- 17Garnish with additional red pepper flakes.
- 18Drizzle with a bit more olive oil.
- 19Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmigiano Reggiano, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Parmigiano Reggiano
- 1.5 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 shallots
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1.5 ounces vodka
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- Kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- Burrata cheese
- red pepper flakes
- olive oil
Equipment
mortar and pestleknifecutting boardlarge skilletwooden spoonsaucepangraterladleplate
Tips
- If Parmigiano Reggiano is not available, Parmesan cheese can be used as a substitute.
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