Vodka Sauce
Creamy, bold, and perfectly spicy, this rich vodka sauce brings restaurant-level flavor to your kitchen in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium shallot, diced (about ¼ cup)
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ¼ cup vodka
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated (plus more for garnish)
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
- Add the diced shallot and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlc and cook for 30 more seconds.
- Slowly pour in the vodka and stir, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
- Add the tomato paste and stir to coat the shallot and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the paste deepens in color.
- Pour in the heavy whipping cream, then add the salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until everything is fully combined and the sauce is smooth.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in water, one tablespoon at a time, until your desired consistency is reached.
- Add the butter and parmesan cheese, stirring until the butter is melted and the cheese is fully incorporated.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and more paremsan before serving over your favorite pasta.