Quick and Easy Vodka Pasta Sauce
A delightful and creamy vodka pasta sauce that comes together in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup vodka
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Cooked pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the vodka and heavy cream, cooking until heated through and the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg