Linguine with Vodka Cream Sauce |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A delightful, quick and easy to prepare recipe. Many have thoroughly enjoyed this recipe as a side dish with chicken. Ingredients:
16 ounces linguine, dry or fresh |
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped |
1/2 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes |
1/2 cup vodka |
19 fluid ounces plum tomatoes, drained,crush tomatoes |
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese |
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook dry linguine in a large cooking pot according to package instructions.
2. If using fresh linguine, bring water to a rolling boil, add linguine and boil for about 6 to 8 minutes or until el'dente.
3. In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add garlic and hot red pepper flakes and saute' for 1 minute.
5. Add Vodka and cook until mixture is reduced 25%.
6. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to boil.
7. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
8. Add parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt and pepper, stir to mix well and cook for 1 minute.
9. Drain cooked linguine and add to a large mixing bowl.
10. Pour sauce over, toss to coat well.
11. Serve immediately.
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