Rigatoni Ala Vodka

Name: Rigatoni Ala Vodka
Ingredients: 2 lbs rigatoni pasta; 24 ounces canned tomato sauce (plain); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 quart heavy cream; 1 1/2 ounces vodka; 1 ounce grated romano cheese; 1 ounce bacon bits; 1/2 ounce Italian parsley, chopped

13 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 lbs rigatoni pasta
24 ounces canned tomato sauce (plain)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 quart heavy cream
1 1/2 ounces vodka
1 ounce grated romano cheese
1 ounce bacon bits
1/2 ounce Italian parsley, chopped

Directions

1

In a medium sauce pan, heat oil until hot. Add garlic and saute until golden brown.
2

Add tomato sauce, salt, red pepper, black pepper, and basil.
3

Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
4

Add heavy cream and vodka. Stir to mix and cook for a few minutes.
5

Boil rigatoni according to package instructions (do not overcook).
6

In a mixing bowl, combine drained pasta with cream sauce. Mix thoroughly. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with grated cheese, bacon, and parsley.
7

Serve immediately.