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Baked Vodka Sauce Pasta
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
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In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until darkened.
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Deglaze with vodka and stir well. Simmer to burn off alcohol.
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Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and simmer for 7 minutes.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
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Add cooked pasta, a splash of pasta water, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Stir until creamy.
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Transfer to an oven-safe dish and top with extra Parmesan and mozzarella.
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Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
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Broil for 2–3 minutes to brown the top. Let cool slightly, top with fresh parsley, and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Vodka Sauce Depth 🥄Bloom the tomato paste in olive oil for 2-3 minutes before adding other ingredients to intensify the sauce's flavor complexity and reduce any raw tomato bitterness.
- Pasta Water Magic 💧Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining—this liquid gold helps emulsify and bind the vodka sauce, creating a silkier, more cohesive texture.
- Broiling Technique 🔥Position your oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and watch the dish like a hawk—30-60 seconds under broil can transform the top into a perfectly golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Vodka Selection 🍸Use a mid-range vodka with clean flavor; premium isn't necessary, but avoid bottom-shelf brands that can introduce harsh alcohol notes to your sauce.
- Cheese Melting Hack 🧀Grate your mozzarella and Parmesan fresh and mix them together before sprinkling to ensure more even melting and a perfect cheese-to-pasta distribution.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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