Vodka Sauce

By á-30

Ingredients

• 1 large sweet onion, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 1/4 cups vodka, premium quality, will make a difference
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1 (5 1/2 ounce) can tomato paste

Preparation

Step 1

1Sauté onion, garlic, and olive oil in large sauce pot until translucent, do NOT overcook or brown.
2Add 2 cans of crushed tomatoes, and vodka.
3Cook about 1/2 hour or until all alcohol has burned off.
4Add heavy cream and basil.
5Add tomato paste to your discretion, although sauce should be of a thick consistency, some people like theirs thin.
6Let sauté about 1/2 hour.
7Serve with penne and freshly grated parmesan cheese.