Best Vodka Sauce

4.8

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Submitted by J Lynn

Updated on January 18, 2024

12

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

16

Yield:

2 quarts

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons minced garlic
½ cup vodka
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 (28 ounce) jar tomato sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Heat a large saucepan over high heat until the surface is very hot; add minced garlic and sear until brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour vodka into the saucepan, taking care in case any flames ignite from the alcohol meeting the hot surface of the pan. Quickly pour cream into pan to douse any flames and stir; add tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley.
Bring the mixture to a boil, remove from heat, and rest sauce long enough to let herbs flavor the sauce, 5 to 10 minutes.

Cook’s Note

I have occasionally added sautéed shrimp or chicken for a complete meal when not serving this as a side dish. Just toss 1 pound of shrimp or bite-sized chicken breast chunks with garlic and butter in a separate pan until cooked, then add to the sauce just before serving.

You can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried basil or parsley for the tablespoon of fresh basil or parsley, and diced tomatoes can be used in place of crushed.

Since this recipe has a high yield, you can freeze the leftovers for quick meals on another day!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

153	Calories
12g	Fat
6g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 153
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 7g	37%
Cholesterol 43mg	14%
Sodium 344mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g	6%
Vitamin C 7mg	8%
Calcium 66mg	5%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 276mg	6%

* 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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