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Pesto & Potatoes
July 15, 2025
Better than the store-bought vodka sauce, this is made with a mix of fresh and pantry ingredients and simmered with a little vodka (of course!) to make a beautifully rich sauce for pasta night.
13 Ingredients
MEDIUM
1/1
Vodka Sauce
Instructions
1
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pro tip: Use a skillet with a lid.
2
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Once oil is heated, add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 7-10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
3
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Add whole tomatoes and break up with the back of a wooden spoon. Pour in vodka, tomato paste and season with salt and pepper. Add lid and bring to a boil.
4
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Once sauce starts to boil, reduce heat to simmer. Add tomato paste and balsamic vinegar. Cover and continue to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
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In a blender, grate parmesan cheese and add fresh basil leaves.
6
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Once sauce has cooked and thickened a bit, stir in the cream. Carefully pour sauce into the blender with cheese and basil, and blend until smooth.
7
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Taste, adjust seasoning and serve with your favorite prepared pasta.
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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Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Carb
Smart Nutrition
Nutrition Per Serving
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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