Cherry Tomato alla Vodka

Difficulty Level: Easy

Total Time: 30 minutes

Serving Size: 2-4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb. fusilli corti

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes

• 1/2 shallot, chopped

• 6 garlic cloves

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/4 cup vodka

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 2 tbsp. butter

• 1/3 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, finely grated

• 4 oz. burrata

• 1 tbsp. Italian parsley, finely chopped

• Salt to taste

• Extra virgin olive oil to taste

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. Meanwhile, add the cherry tomatoes, shallot, garlic, olive oil and salt to taste to a large sauté pan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes begin to burst.

3. Add the vodka to deglaze the pan. Stir until it has fully evaporated, about 1 minute.

4. Add the burst tomato mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.

5. Add the sauce back to the pan and stir in the heavy cream.

6. Once the water comes to a boil, add plenty of salt. Cook the pasta until it's al dente.

7. Strain and add the pasta to the sauté pan with the cherry tomato sauce and toss on medium-low heat.

8. Remove from heat and add the butter and Parmigiano. Toss until combined.

9. Plate and top with burrata, parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.