Sarasota's Quick Easy Vodka Cream Sauce

Indulge in the creamy, luxurious flavors of *Sarasota's Quick Easy Vodka Cream Sauce*, a pantry-friendly recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or an elegant pasta night. This rich and velvety sauce combines the subtle heat of crushed red pepper flakes with the bold tang of tomato paste, perfectly balanced by the smoothness of heavy cream and the nutty depth of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A splash of vodka adds complexity, while aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and fresh basil lend a touch of freshness that elevates every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes from prep to plate, this easy homemade vodka sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, chicken, or seafood, making it a versatile addition to your recipe repertoire. Perfectly creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, it's a dish that will impress on both casual and special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cups vodka
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vodka and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste and stir well to combine. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the heavy cream. Let the mixture heat through for 2 minutes but avoid boiling.

Step 7

Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta or as a sauce for other dishes. Garnish with additional Parmesan and basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1929.5

Total Fat 147.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 346.5mg	0%
Sodium 1692.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 25.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 557.9mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1948.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.8%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 11.9%