Mom is here for a visit so I wanted to make a new dish. I love pasta and haven't made it in ages so I thought I'd whip up an Italian meal. Fresh bread from Angelo's dipped in olive oil, vinegar and herbs, garden salad with avocado's and plum tomatoes from our veggie garden, a giant pot of sausage rotini and a few glasses of pinot noir. Overall, I was pleased with the outcome of this hardy dish.
1 bag uncooked rotini pasta
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 can diced tomatoes
1 can crushed tomatoes or pasta sauce
3/4 tsp salt
2-3 tbsp vodka
1/2 cup half and half cream
1 tbsp dried parsley
1 tbsp basil
6 Spicy/hot Italian sausages
Yields: 8 large portions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. drain. In large skillet, heat oil over moderate heat. Remove casing from sausage and add to skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until brown. Add garlic, herbs, spices, salt and cook until garlic is golden brown. Add tomatoes and vodka, bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Add cream and continue simmering for a few more minutes. Reduce heat to low and add pasta, toss for 1 minute. Serve and ENJOY!
1 comment:
Jill made this for supper and it was delicious. What can I say??
My daughter is great in the kitchen.
Love Mom
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