Ricipe
Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe
- Serves: 2 People
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cooking: 10 min
- Calories: 680 kcal
- Difficulty: medium
Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe is a delicious, creamy dish inspired by Italian cuisine, featuring a wonderful mix of heat and flavor. It combines penne pasta with a velvety vodka-infused tomato and cream sauce, adds red pepper flakes for a kick, and finishes with Parmesan for extra richness. This comforting meal is simple to prepare and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Directions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Carefully add the vodka to the skillet and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
