Penne Alla Vodka

Ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained, liquid reserved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 small onion, minced (*about 1/4 cup)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced (or pressed through garlic press,, *about 2 tsp)
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• table salt
• 1/3 cup vodka (**premium is best)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 lb penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
• freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving