Kicked Up Pasta Rags with Vodka Sauce Recipe

Name: Kicked Up Pasta Rags with Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas; 1 cup vodka; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/3 cup chopped basil; 4 sheets fresh pasta, (about 1 pound) torn into rags about 3-inches by 1-inch each; Grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups finely chopped yellow onions
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1 cup vodka
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup chopped basil
4 sheets fresh pasta, (about 1 pound) torn into rags about 3-inches by 1-inch each
Grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until the fat is rendered and just beginning to brown, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the onions and crushed red pepper and saute until soft and slightly caramelized, about 6 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add the tomatoes and stir well to combine.
6
Cook for 2 minutes, stirring.
7
Add the vodka and cook until slightly reduced, 3 to 4 minutes.
8
Add the peas and cream, and cook, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
9
Remove from the heat and stir in the basil.
10
Cook the pasta in the boiling water until just al dente, about 2 minutes.
11
Drain in a colander.
12
Add to the pasta sauce, and toss to combine.
13
Serve immediately with grated Parmesan, if desired.

470

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Kicked Up Pasta Rags with Vodka Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kicked Up Pasta Rags with Vodka Sauce

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