Homemade Penne Alla Vodka

• Produce

  • 1 tsp Basil, fresh
  • 2 tbsp Garlic
  • 1 1/3 cup Onion
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano, fresh
  • 2 tsp Parsley, fresh
  • 1 28 ounce can Tomatoes

• Canned Goods

  • 1/2 small can Tomato paste
  • 1 29 ounce can Tomato puree

• Pasta & Grains

  • 8 oz Penne pasta

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 1 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 1 cup Vodka

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Description

Ingredients

• 29 ounce can tomato puree
• 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 of a small can of tomato paste
• 1 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 cup vodka
• 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 2 cups heavy cream (can subsitute light cream)
• 8 ounces penne pasta, cooked according to package directions

Directions

• In a large pot saute onions in butter and olive oil until just beginning to soften; add garlic and cook, stirring,for one more minute. Add in the tomato puree, crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar and vodka.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 45 minutes.
• During this time you can shred your cheese and chop the fresh herbs.
• After 45 minutes, stir in the herbs and cheese and continue to stir until cheese is melted. Slowly stir in the cream until heated through. Serve over penne pasta cooked according to package directions. This sauce would work with many other types of pasta or chicken.