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Vodka Sauce Recipe

A creamy and flavorful vodka sauce perfect for pasta.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions: 

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • 2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • 4. Pour in the vodka and simmer until reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes.
  • 5. Add the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 6. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • 7. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 8. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Notes:

This sauce pairs perfectly with penne or rigatoni pasta.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Pasta, Vodka Sauce
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