Rigatoni Alla Vodka Recipe
Rigatoni pasta tossed with a light pink vodka sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Rigatoni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add Vodka
Carefully add the vodka to the skillet and allow it to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, letting the alcohol cook off.
- 4
Make the Sauce
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then, add the heavy cream and stir until well combined.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta thoroughly. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Serve the Rigatoni Alla Vodka hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil, if desired.





