North Italia Spicy Rigatoni Vodka Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the North Italia Spicy Rigatoni Vodka Recipe. North Italia Spicy Rigatoni Vodka is a rich and creamy pasta dish with bold spice and comforting Italian flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 people

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 610

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

12 ounces rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves minced
1 chopped shallot
1 cup tomato paste
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup vodka
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Equipment

Large pot
Large skillet
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Colander
Grater

Method

Step 1: Cook the pasta

In salted water, boil the rigatoni until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté aromatics

Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add garlic and shallot. Cook until fragrant and soft.

Step 3: Add tomato paste

Stir in the tomato paste. Cook until it darkens and becomes rich.

Step 4: Add vodka

Pour in the vodka. Let it cook for a minute so the alcohol evaporates.

Step 5: Make it creamy

Add heavy cream, butter, and red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Step 6: Add pasta and cheese

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 7: Serve hot

Plate the pasta and top with more cheese and pepper flakes.

Notes

You can serve this pasta with garlic bread, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.