Kosher recipe: Penne a la Vodka
By Chef Mendy Published: 07/10/2009
Serves 6 - Prep time: 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup vodka
1 pound penne pasta
1 pint heavy cream
DIRECTIONS
1) In a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in olive oil until tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, breaking up a bit with fork. Stir in basil, salt and pepper and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in vodka and cook 15 minutes more.
2) Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
3) Stir cream into sauce and cook 10 minutes more. Toss with hot pasta.
Total time: 45 minutes
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