Spicy Vodka Cream Pasta With Hot Sausage Recipe

Name: Spicy Vodka Cream Pasta With Hot Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 andouille sausages or 4 hot Italian sausage links; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 shallots, minced; 1 cup vodka; 1 cup marinara sauce; 1 (32 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 tablespoon red pepper; 16 ounces rigatoni pasta or 16 ounces penne pasta; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 andouille sausages or 4 hot Italian sausage links
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 shallots, minced
1 cup vodka
1 cup marinara sauce
1 (32 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon red pepper
16 ounces rigatoni pasta or 16 ounces penne pasta
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
salt and pepper

1
Slice sausage links into 1/2 inch rounds and brown for several minutes in a large saute pan.
2
Add butter, garlic, and shallots. Saute shallots for 3 to 5 minutes.
3
Add vodka and heat 4-5 minutes to reduce vodka by half.
4
Add marinara sauce, can tomatoes and red pepper. Bring sauce to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
5
While sauce is simmering, cook pasta until it is al dente.
6
Add cream into sauce and return to a boil.
7
Add drain pasta to the sauce and add the basil leaves.
8
Add salt and pepper to taste.

635

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 andouille sausages or 4 hot Italian sausage links, 1 tablespoon butter, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 shallots, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Vodka Cream Pasta With Hot Sausage 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Vodka Cream Pasta With Hot Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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