Penne alla Vodka

What you'll need

• 12 ozpenne pasta
• 1 tablespoonolive oil
• 2 tablespoonsbutter
• 3 clovesgarlic, minced
• 3 tablespoonstomato paste
• 1/3 cupvodka
• 3/4 cupheavy cream
• 1/2 cupgrated parmesan cheese
• to taste salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes

Let's cook

1. 1Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2. 2Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then add the vodka and simmer for 2-3 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
4. 4Stir in the cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. 5Toss the pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed, then stir in parmesan and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.