Rigatoni with Tomatoes and Vodka
From: Kelley, Kansas
IngredientsPreparation
  • 1/4 stick butter
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon [15 mL] dried Italian seasoned crumbs
  • 1 [16-ounce / 454-mL] can Italian plum tomatoes, chopped, juices reserved
  • 3 ounces [85 g] sliced prosciutto or ham chopped
  • 1/2 cup [125 mL] vodka
  • 3/4 cup [190 mL] whipping cream
  • 1 cup [225 g] grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces [227 g] rigatoni
  • Salt and pepper
  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onion, garlic and Italian seasonings; sauté until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, reserved juices and prosciutto and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add vodka and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and 1/2 of Parmesan cheese.
  • Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4 minutes.
  • Add rigatoni and stir until sauce coats pasta.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve, sprinkled with remaining Parmesan cheese.