Thursday, June 3, 2010

Vodka Penne

This one is for Genie & Doug...Enjoy!

7 tbsp unsalted butter
3/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 cup vodka
2 cups canned pureed or crushed Italian tomatoes
3/4 heavy cream
1 tsp season salt
1 pound penne, cooked al dente
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
8 leaves fresh basil, chiffonade

Melt butter in a large skillet. Stir in the pepper flakes and vodka. Simmer two minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cream & continue to simmer for five minutes. Add season salt and stir well. Lower heat and stir in penne. Add parmesan cheese. Spoon into serving bowl, toss with basil and serve immediately.

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