Penne alla Vodka

Steps

1. Cook the penne in salted water until al dente. Save 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet and cook the onion 4 minutes. Add the garlic for 30 seconds.
3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook 2 minutes until it darkens.
4. Add the vodka and simmer 1 minute, then stir in the cream, salt and pepper flakes.
5. Toss in the penne and Parmesan, adding pasta water until glossy.

Keeping and reheating

Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Add a spoonful of water before reheating to loosen the sauce.