rigatoni with vodka-tomato sauce
This is a family favorite from Bon Appetit.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shallots, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 3/4 cup tomato sauce
- 8 ounces rigatoni
- 4 ounces prosciutto, chopped
- 2/3 cup asiago cheese (about 2 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
How To Make rigatoni with vodka-tomato sauce
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Step 1Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and crushed red pepper. Saute until shallots are translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Step 2Add vodka and ignite with long match. Simmer until flames subside, shaking pan occasionally, about 2 minutes.
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Step 3Increase heat to high, add cream and boil until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Add tomato sauce; boil until sauce thickens and coats back of spoon, about 2 minutes.
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Step 4(Can be made 1 day ahead; chill).
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Step 5Cook pasta in pot of boiling water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain; reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
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Step 6Bring sauce to simmer. Add pasta, prosciutto, 1/3 cup cheese, parsley, and basil to skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta cooking liquid if mixture is too dry. Season to taste with pepper.
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Step 7Transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and serve.
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