Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Jackie's Vodka Sauce recipe. This classic Italian sauce is made with tomatoes, vodka, cream, and a variety of herbs and spices. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a satisfying and comforting meal. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with this homemade vodka sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vodka and simmer for 2 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve the sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade Jackie's Vodka Sauce!
Interesting Facts
Vodka is added to the sauce not for its alcoholic content but to enhance the flavors of the tomatoes and aromatics.
The alcohol in the vodka evaporates as the sauce simmers, leaving behind a rich and smooth flavor.
This recipe can easily be made vegetarian by omitting the Parmesan cheese or using a vegetarian Parmesan alternative.
Jackie's Vodka Sauce is a popular choice for pasta lovers and can be found in restaurants across the United States.