This ultimate vodka sauce recipe has the perfect balance of tomatoes, onions, garlic, cream, butter, and of course vodka to bring rich and flavorful notes to your pasta. Add in a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat and this dish is just what you need for a quick and easy meal. GET THE RECIPE https://f52.co/3AmtHBgPREP TIME: 10 minutes COOK TIME: 30 minutesSERVES: 3-4INGREDIENTSKosher salt12 ounces short pasta, like rigatoni, penne, or fusilli1/2 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium yellow onion, very finely chopped3 garlic cloves, gratedFreshly ground black pepper1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/4 cup vodka2 ounces (about 1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving1 tablespoon unsalted butterSUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52 ►► https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8CONNECT WITH FOOD52Web: https://food52.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@food52Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletterABOUT FOOD52As a one-stop shop for joyful living, Food52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.