Spicy Vodka Pasta Sauce
Shortly after being shared by supermodel Gigi Hadid, this hearty and delicious pasta sauce recipe took the internet by storm. Try it for yourself to see what the hype is about!
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time20 min
- Total Time30 min
- YieldServes 2
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup tomato paste
- ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes or more for extra spice
- 2 tbsp. vodka
- Kosher salt
- 1 lb. tubed pasta, such as penne or rigatoni
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
- Basil, for serving
Method
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallot and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
Add tomato paste and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring frequently, until the paste has coated shallots and garlic and is beginning to darken, 5 minutes.
Add vodka to pot and stir to incorporate, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Turn off heat.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 2 cups of pasta water before draining.
Return sauce to medium heat and add 1/4 cup of pasta water and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
Add half the Parmesan and stir until melted. Turn off heat and stir in cooked pasta.
Fold in remaining Parmesan, adding more pasta water (about a tablespoon at a time) if the sauce is looking dry. Season with salt if needed. Serve topped with more Parmesan and torn basil leaves.
