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Creamy Vodka Pasta

35 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
from @papijoe2424 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • pasta (noodles of choice)Grains340 g
  • shallot (finely minced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • garlic (cloves, finely minced)Produce5 pieces
  • fresh parsley (finely chopped, for garnish)Produce15 g
  • olive oil (for the water and the pan)Pantry30 ml
  • salt (to taste)Spices10 g
  • tomato pastePantry170 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices1 g
  • Italian seasoningSpices3 g
  • crushed red pepper flakesSpices1 g
  • vodkaBeverages45 ml
  • heavy whipping creamDairy480 ml
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for garnish)Dairy100 g

per serving

Nutrition

741kcal

Carbs
71 g
Proteins
16 g
Fat
44 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Sauté pan
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Prepare the aromatics

    • Finely mince the shallot and the garlic cloves.
    • Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
    Step 1

  2. Boil the pasta

    • Fill a large pot with water, drizzle in olive oil and add a generous amount of salt.
    • Bring to a boil over medium heat, add the pasta and cook until al dente.
    • Reserve some pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
    Step 2

  3. Sauté the aromatics

    • Heat a large pan over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil.
    • Add the shallot and sauté until softened.
    • Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
    Step 3

  4. Build the tomato base

    • Stir in the tomato paste and season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes.
    • Cook, stirring continuously, to deepen the flavor of the tomato paste.
    Step 4

  5. Add the vodka

    • Pour in the vodka and stir well to combine.
    • Let the mixture simmer so the alcohol cooks off.
    Step 5

  6. Make it creamy

    • Add the heavy whipping cream and stir until the sauce is smooth and fully combined.
    • Gradually add the grated Parmesan while stirring, then pour in the reserved pasta water.
    • Keep stirring until the sauce is creamy and cohesive, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
    Step 6

  7. Toss and serve

    • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated and evenly combined.
    • Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and the chopped parsley.
    Step 7
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