Penne A La Russe

A family hit. Great with Sour Cream Chicken.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  box penne pasta
• 1⁄2 cup  quality vodka
• 1  can tomato sauce
• 1⁄2 pint heavy whipping cream
• 4 -6  tablespoons butter
• 1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook penne for 20 minutes or until done to your taste.
2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan adding crushed peppers.
3. Cook for 1-2 minutes over medium heat.
4. Add vodka and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add tomato sauce and mix thoroughly.
6. Add cream slowly being careful not to curdle it.
7. Bring sauce to a simmer slowly.
8. Drain pasta and add sauce mixing thoroughly.
9. Add Parmesan cheese and mix well.
10. Serve immediately.