TOMATO VODKA SAUCE

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This is a delicious and creamy sauce that can be served over penne pasta.

Provided by Denise H. Shaffer

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can canned peeled and diced tomatoes
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup vodka
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound penne pasta
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt better with oil; add onion and saute for 8 minutes or until transparent.
Add tomatoes and cook for 25 minutes or until almost no liquid remains in skillet; stir frequently.
Increase heat and add cream, vodka and red pepper flakes; boil for 2 minutes or until thickened to sauce consistency. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
Bring sauce to a simmer and pour over pasta; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763.9 calories, Carbohydrate 93.5 g, Cholesterol 91.3 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 396.2 mg, Sugar 9.9 g