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!
