This pasta recipe went viral on social media. Gigi Hadid posted it on her Instagram page. My daughter wanted to try it. So, we gave it a whirl. It actually turned out really well. It's quick and easy to make. If you don't like spicy food...this isn't for you.
The ingredients:
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4-5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 3 Tbsp vodka
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 8oz orecchiette pasta
Instructions:
- Boil pasta. Save 1/2 cup of the pasta water for later use in the sauce.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add onions and sauté until they start to change color.
- Add in garlic and sauté for a minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add in vodka and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cream along with red chili flakes, salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Add cheese and reserved pasta water. Cook for a minute.
- Stir in pasta and butter. Garnish with fresh parsley.