penne alla vodka

Ingredients For penne alla vodka

• 1 Tbsp

  olive oil
• 1 Tbsp

  butter
• 1 c

  pancetta (substitute bacon), cubed
• 1 c

  white onions, finely chopped
• 1/2 Tbsp

  pressed garlic
• 1/2 Tbsp

  italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp

  red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 3/4 c

  unflavored vodka
• 4 c

  marinara sauce
• 2 Tbsp

  tomato paste
• 1 c

  35% heavy cream
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
• 1 lb

  penne or rigatoni, cooked
• 1/2 c

  grana padano cheese (substitute parmesan), grated plus more for serving
• basil leaves, for garnish