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Spicy Vodka Pasta
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Spicy Vodka Pasta

35 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • pasta (rigatoni or similar short pasta)Grains400 g
  • olive oilPantry30 ml
  • onion (finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • tomato pastePantry100 g
  • vodkaBeverages60 ml
  • chili flakesSpices3 g
  • heavy creamDairy150 ml
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy60 g
  • butterDairy30 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices2 g
  • basil (fresh leaves)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

558kcal

Carbs
80 g
Proteins
16 g
Fat
20 g
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Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Sauté pan
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain, keeping a little cooking water.
    Step 1
  2. Make the sauce base

    • Heat the olive oil in a large pan and soften the onion.
    • Add the garlic and chili flakes and cook until fragrant.
    • Stir in the tomato paste and cook it down until darkened.
    Step 2
  3. Add the vodka

    • Pour in the vodka and stir, letting the alcohol cook off.
    Step 3
  4. Finish the sauce

    • Lower the heat and stir in the cream and butter.
    • Add the grated parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
    Step 4
  5. Combine and serve

    • Toss the drained pasta into the sauce, loosening with a splash of cooking water.
    • Serve topped with basil leaves and extra parmesan.
    Step 5