penne alla vodka

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup pancetta (substitute bacon), cubed
• 1 cup white onions, finely chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon pressed garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 3/4 cup unflavored vodka
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup 35% heavy cream
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
• 1 pound penne or rigatoni, cooked
• 1/2 cup grana padano cheese (substitute parmesan), grated plus more for serving
• basil leaves, for garnish