PASTA ALLA VODKA
There's no need to order takeout from your neighborhood restaurant when this beloved, easy-to-assemble Italian-American classic gets dinner on the table in no time. Adding pancetta brings a salty smokiness, but if you leave it out, you're still in for a quick and flavorful dish. If you're feeling ambitious, the pasta is delightful with Caesar salad or garlic bread, but it's also satisfying enough to take centerstage. Put on some Puccini, open up a bottle of red and you're guaranteed a more relaxed dining experience than the one you might get at the local red-and-white checkered-tablecloth joint.
Provided by Colu Henry
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (2 heaping tablespoons kosher salt to about 7 quarts water). Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Heat the oil in a deep 12-inch skillet or pot over medium. Add the pancetta, if using, and fry until crispy, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the vodka and cook until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes and then fill the can halfway with water and swish it around to loosen up any leftover tomatoes; add a quarter to half of the water to the pan. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, about 10 minutes, and season with salt and pepper. If you prefer your sauce a little looser, go ahead and add the remaining water and simmer 2 to 3 minutes more. Reduce heat to low, add the cream and cook, stirring, until the sauce becomes an even pinkish-rust color, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and 1/4 cup cheese; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls, top with additional cheese, if desired, and sprinkle with the oregano and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 562, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 691 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
PASTA WITH FIRE-ROASTED VODKA SAUCE
The recipe below puts canned tomatoes to good use-the fire-roasted variety in particular. If you haven't tried them, you must as they lend a welcome smoky flavor for this time of year. And because the recipe is meatless, it's perfect for those observing Ash Wednesday, the official start of Lent. A splash of vodka and heavy cream finish off the hearty sauce, making it great for cold March days, and parents thinking beyond Chef Boyardee. Recipe Source: Relish Mag
Provided by Ceezie
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrot; cook, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes or until onion is softened. Add vodka and remaining ingredients except cream and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Add cream. Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 36.1, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 4.4
ROASTED TOMATO PENNE ALLA VODKA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 3h25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Halve the tomatoes lengthwise and arrange them cut-side up on wire racks set over rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle with EVOO and sprinkle with the thyme, salt and pepper. Roast until the tomatoes are slumped but still moist in the center, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let cool.
- Heat 2 tablespoons EVOO in a pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until very soft but not caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the vodka and cook until reduced by half. Add the chicken stock and roasted tomatoes and heat through. Stir in the mascarpone, then puree into a fairly smooth, creamy sauce using an immersion blender, food processor or blender. Return the sauce to the pot, add the basil and stir until wilted.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta, and season with salt. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain.
- Toss the pasta with the sauce and transfer to a glass or ceramic baking dish. Top with the mozzarella and parmesan. If you are making the pasta ahead of time, cool it and then cover with parchment and foil. Store in the refrigerator.
- When you are ready to serve, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Bake the casserole, covered, until heated through, about 45 minutes. Uncover and bake until brown and bubbly on top, 15 to 20 more minutes.
- Cook's Note: Serve with a salad of escarole or romaine dressed with lemon juice, EVOO, salt and pepper.
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