Jul 13 2026
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Rigatoni Alla Vodka Recipe

Inspired by Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca
Time30m
Serves4

Vodka cream sauce, butter onions, Calabrian peppers

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Vodka Cream Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the finely chopped onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and chopped Calabrian peppers, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

  2. 3

    Add Vodka

    Carefully pour in the vodka, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze it. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the sauce to reduce slightly.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Cream and Cheese

    Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Combining

  1. 5

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked rigatoni pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy vodka sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta cooking water to reach desired consistency.

  2. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the Rigatoni Alla Vodka hot, garnished with freshly chopped basil and additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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