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May 13, 2025

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This Garlic Confit Vodka Pasta is a dream for garlic lovers—rich, creamy, and full of bold flavor. Homemade garlic confit adds a mellow, caramelized punch to the tomato and vodka base. Finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs, this dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort and decadence. Whether you’re cooking for date night or treating yourself, this one-pot wonder delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Garlic Confit Vodka Pasta
Garlic Confit Vodka Pasta
Garlic Confit Vodka Pasta
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Garlic Confit Vodka Pasta

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Peel garlic and place in a small pan. Cover with olive oil and a dash of salt. Simmer on medium-low for 15–25 minutes until garlic is soft and lightly golden.
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Remove garlic cloves and set aside. Reserve oil for cooking.
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain.
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In a skillet, melt butter with 1–2 tbsp garlic confit oil over medium heat.
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Add several cloves of garlic confit and smash them into a paste using a spoon or fork. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
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Add tomato paste and stir until it darkens and mixes well with the garlic, about 2–3 minutes.
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Deglaze with vodka and stir until mostly evaporated, about 1–2 minutes.
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Whisk in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer for 5–7 minutes to let the alcohol cook off.
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Add remaining 1/2 cup cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
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Toss in the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir until creamy and smooth.
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Serve topped with more Parmesan and black pepper if desired.
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  • Garlic Confit Magic 🧄
    Make garlic confit in advance and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing the flavors to develop and intensify over time.
  • Vodka Sauce Emulsification 🍸
    Slowly add reserved pasta water to create a silky, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta, preventing separation.
  • Pasta Water Gold 💧
    Always reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water before draining - the starchy liquid is crucial for creating a smooth, creamy sauce with perfect consistency.
  • Layered Garlic Intensity 🔪
    Use both garlic confit and garlic powder to create multi-dimensional garlic flavor with both mellow and sharp notes.
  • Butter Mounting Technique 🧈
    Add cold, cubed butter off the heat at the end of cooking to create a luxurious, glossy finish that elevates the entire dish.

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