Pasta Alla Vodka Recipe
Ricotta-filled pasta, spicy tomato cream, crispy pancetta
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Preparing the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Fill the Pasta
If using fresh pasta, fill each pasta piece with a tablespoon of ricotta cheese before sealing. If using store-bought filled pasta, skip this step.
Making the Sauce
- 3
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- 4
Add Garlic and Spices
Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomato Sauce and Vodka
Pour in the tomato sauce and vodka, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Incorporate Cream and Cheese
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce is creamy and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.
Combining
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
