Pasta al Vodka

By RossanaV

Ingredients

• 1/4 c EVOO
• 6-8 oz. pancetta, diced
• 1 T finely chopped garlic
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 c chopped scallion
• 2 c coarsely chopped fresh tomatoes, peeled
• 2 oz. Vodka
• 1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
• 6-8 T coarsely chopped basil

Preparation

Step 1

Saute pancetta in oil until golden. Add garlic and cook until golden-don't burn. Add salt, pepper, scallion, tomatoes and cook for about 2 min. (meanwhile cook pasta)

When ready to serve, add vodka to sauce and cook about 1 min. Be careful of flame flareup when adding the Vodka. Stir in parmesan and serve over pasta. Sprinkle with chopped basil and more cheese.