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June 7, 2025
This Vodka Mac & Cheese Pasta is the ultimate mash-up of comfort food classics. Tomato paste and garlic are cooked down and deglazed with vodka before being enriched with heavy cream to create a luscious, spiced sauce. Then comes the cheese—cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan—blended into a velvety coating for tender pasta shells. Fresh basil and a finishing sprinkle of parmesan bring it all together. It’s cheesy, creamy, and packed with rich flavor.
$1.84 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
16 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
1
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add tomato paste and stir until it darkens in color, about 2–3 minutes.
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Deglaze with vodka and cook for 1–2 minutes to burn off the alcohol.
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Pour in heavy cream, mix, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes.
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Garnish with chopped basil and more Parmesan before serving.
35.53 g
Carbs
85.19 g
Fat
29.49 g
Protein
914.4 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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