Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce

By Cheryl-4

Ingredients

• 1/4 diced pancetta (italian bacon)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/3 cup vodka
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 lb. penne pasta
• 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce

Preparation

Step 1

Melt the butter ina large frying pan. When the butter foams, add the diced pancetta. When the pancetta browns slightly (takes 2 to 3 minutes), add the vodka and stir.

After the alcohol burns off, stir in the tomatoe sauce and cream ( the alcohol only takes a minute or two to burn off).

Stir continuously for 5-8 minutes. Place drained pasta into frying pan, add parmesan cheese, and mix thoroughly for about 2 minutes.