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Flavorful Gigi Hadid Spicy Vodka Pasta Recipe Easy Creamy Tomato Sauce

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A quick and easy creamy tomato pasta with a spicy kick and mellow vodka flavor, perfect for comforting weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 grams) penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) vodka
  • 1 can (28 ounces / 800 grams) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Reserve 1 cup (240 ml) of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in vodka and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to burn off the alcohol and mellow the flavor.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Slowly stir in heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for another 3 minutes until creamy and pinkish in color.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
  8. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat. Cook together for 1-2 minutes to marry the flavors.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves if desired.
  10. Serve immediately with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil if preferred.

Notes

Do not skip the vodka step as it mellows the acidity and adds depth. Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Stir in Parmesan off heat to avoid clumping. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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