Vodka Sauce

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This is a great recipe for those who love spicy food. If not, simply omit the crushed red pepper. This recipe will have your family eating the leftovers out of the refrigerator. A piece of advice: use the best vodka you can - it really makes a big difference! Serve with pasta, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vodka

  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • ¾ pound prosciutto, chopped

  • 1 large clove garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 (28 ounce) can roma tomatoes, with juice

  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine vodka and red pepper flakes. Set aside for 1 hour.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute prosciutto, garlic, parsley, basil, salt and pepper until prosciutto is evenly brown. Pour in vodka mixture, and simmer 10 minutes. Crush tomatoes, and stir in with 2 cans of tomato sauce, and 1 (8 ounce) can water. Simmer 15 minutes. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, and cook 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

781 Calories
56g Fat
17g Carbs
21g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 781
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56g 72%
Saturated Fat 25g 126%
Cholesterol 156mg 52%
Sodium 3120mg 136%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 21g
Vitamin C 30mg 151%
Calcium 123mg 9%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 819mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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