Vodka Pasta

Ingredients

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 6 oz tomato paste
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 3 tsp fresh basil
• 2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp italian seasoning
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• salt to taste
• 3 tbsp vodka
• 1/2 cup parmesan, grated
• 8 oz rigatoni
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup pasta water
• olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat a healthy squeeze of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the diced shallots and chopped garlic, cooking until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato paste to the pan and sauté, stirring until browned.
4. Add the vodka, heavy cream, and seasoning, and stir.
5. Pour in your favorite shaped noodles and keep stirring.
6. Round it out with a bit of pasta water and some butter, then stir again.
7. Add fresh grated parmesan and stir for the last time.