Vodka Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 c vodka
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 3/4 lb prosciutto, chopped
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp basil, chopped
• 1 28oz can Roma tomatoes, with juice
• 2 8 oz cans tomato sauce
• 8oz water
• 1 c heavy cream
• salt
• pepper

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine vodka and crushed red pepper. Set aside for at least 1 hour.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sautée prosciutto until evenly browned.
3. Add garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook until garlic becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Deglaze the pan using the vodka mixture. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, water and crush into a chunky sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Stir in the cream and cook for 2 minutes.

Serving

• With a tube pasta like penne or any shape that will catch the chunks well.
• Use as a pizza sauce...not sure why I didn't think of that until recently.