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Fusilli alla Vodka Recipe

Fusilli alla Vodka Recipe

Looking for a creamy, tasty pasta sauce you can whip up in a flash on a busy weeknight? Well, you're in luck because this Fusilli alla Vodka recipe is just what you need! It's a real crowd-pleaser and comes together in no time. Plus, the fusilli pasta is cooked perfectly and coated in the delicious vodka sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 840 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Pan
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 5 Garlic cloves minced
  • 6 tbsp double-concentrated Tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup Vodka
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Salt plus extra for pasta water
  • 1 pound Fusilli pasta

Instructions
 

  • Get a pot of water boiling and add the Fusilli pasta. Cook it until it's just right—al dente. And don't forget to add some salt to the water for extra flavor!
  • While the pasta's cooking, heat up some olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss in the minced garlic and let it sizzle until it smells amazing.
  • Stir in the double-concentrated tomato paste with the garlic. Let it cook for a few minutes until it's a bit caramelized and smells incredible.
  • Time to add the vodka! Pour it into the pan and give everything a good stir. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes to let the alcohol cook off.
  • Now, pour in the heavy cream and keep stirring until everything's all mixed together and creamy. Let it simmer a bit longer until the sauce thickens up a tad.
  • Sprinkle in the salt, give it a stir, and then taste it. Adjust the seasoning if needed to make it just right.
  • Once the pasta's cooked, drain it and toss it right into the sauce. Mix it all up until every piece of pasta is coated in that delicious sauce.
  • Want to make it even better? You can add a splash of pasta water to get the sauce to your preferred thickness. Or, if you're feeling fancy, mix in a little bit of butter for an extra creamy finish.
  • Dish up your Fusilli alla Vodka while it's hot. For a fancy touch, sprinkle on some fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the pasta; al dente is perfect.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as you go.
  • For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • If you like it spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.