Vodka Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Vodka Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta, of choice (I prefer penne); 1/2 cup vodka (I use Smirnoff or comparable quality); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 lb chopped ham or 1/2 lb prosciutto; 1 1/2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small onion, diced; 2 tablespoons parsley flakes; 3 tablespoons dried basil leaves, chopped; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; 16 ounces tomato sauce; 1 cup heavy whipping cream (1/2 pint); salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb pasta, of choice (I prefer penne)
1/2 cup vodka (I use Smirnoff or comparable quality)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb chopped ham or 1/2 lb prosciutto
1 1/2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, diced
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
3 tablespoons dried basil leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup heavy whipping cream (1/2 pint)
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Heat olive oil in a medium pot on 5/10.
2
Cut the garlic, onion, and herbs (if using fresh) while the oil heats up.
3
Saute the garlic, onion, seasonings, and ham/prosciutto until the meat is browned.
4
Pour in vodka with the browned ham/prosciutto.
5
Simmer for 10 minutes.
6
While sauce is simmering, cook pasta according to package directions until al-dente.
7
After sauce has simmered for 10 minutes, most of the alcohol smell should have dissipated.
8
Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce and simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes (or longer if desired, longer allows flavors to mix more).

908

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta, of choice (I prefer penne), 1/2 cup vodka (I use Smirnoff or comparable quality), 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Vodka Pasta 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.

Vodka Pasta Sauce

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