"Our velvety tomato sauce is spiked with cubes of salty capicola and a few shots of vodka. Make it a Meal: Caesar salad and a glass of Pinot Noir will shine with this dish...."
INGREDIENTS
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12 ounces whole-wheat penne
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1 2-ounce piece capicola, or pancetta, finely diced (see Tip)
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1 small onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, chopped
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1/2 cup vodka
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1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
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1/4 cup half-and-half
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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Freshly ground pepper, to taste