Skillet Penne Alia Vodka

By jellis45

Ingredients

• 1 T olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 ,2c Vodka
• 2 c tomato sauce (or 15 oz can)
• 1/2 t pepper flakes
• 1/2 t oregano
• 1/2 t onion powder
• 3 c uncooked penne pasta
• 2 c water
• 1/2 c heavy cream
• 1/4 c grated Parmesan,pecorino, Romano cheese, plus more for serving
• Fresh basil for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds
Add vodka and cook for 1 minute (allowing alcohol t cook off).
Add tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, oregano, and onion powder and bring to simmer.

Add water and pasta and bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes, until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

Stir in heavy cream and 1/4c Parmesan cheese and simmer for 1 minute to heat through.

Serve with fresh basil leaves and extra grated cheese sprinkled over top.