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Spicy Vodka Pasta

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This pasta is one of my go-to dinner recipes since it is delicious, pretty cheap and serves a lot!

Because I make this recipe so much, most of the time I try to make it a little healthier than normal which is what I’m about to show you here! I will make notes along the way if you’d like to use the standard fully-indulgent recipe. 🙂

Spicy Vodka Pasta

This pasta is a creamy, spicy comfort food that almost anyone could enjoy. It is the perfect dish to cook for a dinner. Typically this recipe requires the use of cream, butter and TONS of cheese, but I am here to give you an alternative if you are trying to eat a little healthier! This recipe can even be made VEGAN-FRIENDLY if desired!!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10 people
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb box mezzi rigatoni (other options: whole grain spaghetti, chickpea pasta, etc.)
  • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin OR avocado oil
  • ⅔ shallot
  • 2.5 cloves garlic (or minced garlic)
  • 9 oz tomato paste
  • 2 tbs vodka
  • 1 ¼ cup Silk non-dairy half&half* (heavy cream for richer option)
  • 2-3 tbsp chili flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup pasta water reserved
  • ½ cup parmesan (sub vegan-parm for vegan-friendly recipe)
  • 2 tbsp butter (omit this for vegan-friendly recipe)

Instructions
 

  • Start boiling your pasta according to directions. MAKE SURE TO RESERVE 1/2 CUP OF YOUR PASTA WATER!
  • With a food processor, pulse your shallots along with the garlic (unless minced).
  • Heat your olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  • Add in your garlic and shallots. Stir every so often for around 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
  • Add in your tomato paste. Stir in until incorporated. Then add in your vodka. Mix this in until vodka disappears.
  • Once the vodka is mixed in, stir in your Silk half & half (or heavy cream).
  • Add in your chili flakes as well as salt and pepper.
  • Toss all of your cooked pasta directly into to the sauce. Mix well. Add 1/2 cup pasta water and mix in again.
  • Add in your parmesan (or vegan-parm). Then add your 2 tbs of butter (omit if vegan).
  • Serve it up with some parmesan on top and a side of garlic bread. Enjoy!
Keyword pasta, spicy, vegan-friendly, vodka