PENNE A LA VODKA

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Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups finely chopped yellow onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1 cup vodka
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup chopped basil
1 box penne
Grated parmesan

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until the fat is rendered and just beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the onions and salt & pepper and saute until soft and slightly caramelized, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and stir well to combine. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring. Add the vodka and cook until slightly reduced, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the peas and cream, and cook, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil. Cook the pasta in the boiling water. Drain in a colander. Add to the pasta sauce, and toss to combine. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan, if desired.