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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Vodka Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Vodka
Carefully add the vodka to the skillet. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes to cook off the alcohol, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Combine with Tomato Sauce
Stir in the heavy cream and tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- 5
Mix with Pasta
Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 6
Serve
Plate the pasta and top with torn burrata cheese, grated pecorino, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
