Penne a la Vodka is comfort food at its best: luscious and creamy and utterly delicious. I love adding fresh garlic for great flavor, as well as nutty Parmesan cheese but feel free to add in what you love.
0 In a skillet on medium heat add the olive oil and heat it up. Add the onions or shallot and sauté until translucent. Add the chilli flakes and garlic and give it a stir.
1 Pour in the vodka and make sure you cook it off completely. Once it has cooked off you can add in the tomato paste, tomato sauce, and salt to taste.
2 Cover with a lid and let it reduce for 5 to 10 minutes on low heat. Add as much heavy cream as you like and Parm and give it a stir.
3 Keep the heat on low and let it simmer and thicken while you cook your pasta.
4 Cook the pasta of choice in boiling salted water until al dente and once it’s done you can add it into your pan with a little bit of the starchy cooking water. Give it a stir, and enjoy.
