30 Minute Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka

5 from 1 vote

This Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka is a delicious and cozy pasta dinner to prepare for any occasion, and it can be done in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dinner, Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Diabetic, Kosher, Vegetarian

Servings:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add in kosher salt. Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until just before al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water (if draining, see note).
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm up the olive oil. Add your garlic, shallot, salt, pepper, and chili flakes to bloom, for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste to cook, until it turns a darkened auburn color, about 2 to 3 minutes, until caramelized.
Add in the vodka to deglaze, stirring to incorporate, about 1 to 2 minutes to cook off the alcohol completely.
Bring the heat to low, add in your cream and butter, tossing to combine.
Once your pasta is finished, add in the cooked rigatoni, tossing to coat. Add in your parmesan cheese.
Adjust as needed with pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. Season with salt, pepper, and parmesan, as needed.
Serve in bowls, topping with cracked black pepper and more shredded parmesan cheese.

Tip: Start to boil your water first as you start your sauce, then as your sauce and pasta are done, use a spider tool to transfer the cooked pasta into the sauce, receiving your pasta water IN the pot versus draining.

Add your favorite proteins: You can add chicken, pancetta, Italian sausage, bacon, or shrimp to this recipe for any added proteins.

For reheating, warm on the stovetop with a splash of water or cream to loosen the sauce. You can also rewarm in the microwave.