Spaghetti alla Vodka with Fresh Mozzarella
Long strands of pasta, laced with a tangy, vodka-spiked sauce, garnished with tiny balls of fresh mozzarella.
Servings 4
Calories 551kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 2 cups tomato sauce or one 15-ounce can, or pureed or crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup vodka of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls or fresh mozzarella of choice
- Grated parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese for serving
- Fresh basil leaves for serving
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet or saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, vodka, dried basil, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set the pan over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cream and simmer for 1 minute. Fold in the pasta and toss to combine and heat through.
- Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Transfer the spaghetti to individual plates and top with the mozzarella cheese.
- Garnish with basil leaves and serve with grated parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 551kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 599mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 939IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 190mg | Iron: 3mg