PESTO VODKA PASTA RIGATONI

Serves 4
Ingredients
10 oz rigatoni
3 Tbsp olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
½ onion, diced
3 Tbsp tomato paste
¼ cup pesto
2 cups heavy cream

2 oz vodka
2–3 Tbsp grated Parmesan
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp red pepper flakes
Salt to taste
Fresh parsley
Parmesan

Instructions
1. Cook rigatoni according to package directions, reserving a little pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 2–3 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt.
4. Add pesto and stir to combine. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and cook until smooth. Add vodka and stir.
5. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
6. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
7. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan and serve.

Pasta recipe adapted from Recime creator @creamy-pudding-194