Penne Russo a la Vodka

By StacyP

Ingredients

• 1 16oz dry penne
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/8 lb prosciutto, chopped
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 (16oz) cans whole tomatoes
• 1/2 cup vodka
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped basil
• salt to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes or until all denté, drain.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Saute garlic, prosciutto and red pepper flakes for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in vodka and cream. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until thickened. Stir in parmesan and chopped basil. Toss with pasta until evenly coated.