PENNE ALLA VODKA

Ingredients

• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2/3 cup vodka
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 16 oz penne pasta, cooked and drained
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. To prepare sauce, sauté onion, garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes in oil for 5 minutes.
2. Stir in vodka and simmer 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and cream. Simmer gently over low heat for 5 minutes.
3. Place hot cooked pasta in a bowl and toss with sauce.
4. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.