SPICY VODKA SAUCE FOR PASTA

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The flavors in this are just right. There's a hint of cayenne, but the heat is not at all overwhelming. It's a wonderfully flavorful sauce fit for a special meal.

Provided by Martha Ray Deen @MarthaRayDeen

Categories     Gravies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium celery stalks, chopped
3 clove(s) garlic, minced
1/4 cup(s) olive oil, extra virgin
1/4 pound(s) prosciutto or cooked bacon (very finely chopped)
3/4 cup(s) vodka (of a quality you would drink)
28 ounce(s) canned, crushed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon(s) oregano, dried flakes
2 tablespoon(s) parsley, freshly chopped
1 tablespoon(s) basil, dried (you can use fresh as well)
1/2 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
1 cup(s) half and half

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, celery, and garlic in oil; stir until soft. Add prosciutto (or cooked bacon) and vodka. Simmer until almost all liquid is gone.
  • Add tomatoes, cayenne, and herbs. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in half and half, and heat for 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta (of your choice--I used Penne) in boiling salted water until done. Drain. Serve sauce over noodles.

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