Categories: Pasta
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 20 leaves fresh basil, chopped
- 2/3 cup vodka
- 1 lb linguine or fettuccini
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Directions
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Heat olive oil and garlic in a deep saucepan over medium heat.
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When the garlic speaks, add tomatoes and heat through.
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Stir in basil leaves.
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When basil wilts, stir in vodka and bring to boil.
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Give the pan a shake and reduce heat to low.
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Simmer until the pasta of your choice is cooked al dente.
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When you drain the pasta, add the cream to your sauce, then stir in until the sauce blushes a shade or two lighter.
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Toss with the hot pasta and serve with bread and a green salad.