The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
Penne Ala Vodka With Proscuitto
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serves/makes:
ready in:
1-2 hrs
1-2 hrs
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ingredients
1 can (28 ounce size) crushed tomatoes
1 clove garlic, chopped
4 slices prosciutto, (or thick slab bacon)
1/2 stick butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup vodka
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1 dash salt
1 pound penne or rigatoni
directions
Cut prosciutto or bacon into small pieces. Melt butter and saute prosciutto and garlic until lightly browned. Add tomatoes, pepper flakes and salt and cook for 1 hour stirring occasionally. Keep partially covered so that the sauce can reduce.
In the meantime, prepare the pasta according to package directions.
When sauce has reduced to about half, add heavy cream and vodka; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Simmer for 1/2 hour and serve over pasta.
Note: If sauce becomes too thick add more cream or water.
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reviews & comments
July 28, 2008
This is the first time I ever cooked penne ala vodka, I found this recipe to be very easy it tasted great I cooked it for my husbands 50th everyone loved it. Thanks.