Sauté the garlic

• Heat the olive oil and butter in a sauté pan over medium heat.
• Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, without browning.

Build the tomato base

• Stir in the tomato paste and cook it out briefly.
• Add the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and simmer gently.

Add the vodka

• Pour in the vodka and stir well.
• Let the alcohol cook off for a few minutes.

Make it creamy

• Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
• Add the grated parmesan and stir until melted and smooth.

Finish and serve

• Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• Scatter over the fresh basil and serve with pasta.