Tortellini Alla Vodka

Tortellini alla Vodka is a classic pasta dish with cheese tortellini in a creamy tomato sauce infused with vodka, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings Servings

Calories 871kcal

Author Meghan Birnbaum

Equipment

Large pot
Saucepan
Wooden spoon or spatula
Colander
Serving bowl or plates
Cheese grater optional

Ingredients

1 Lb Cheese Tortellini
3 Cloves Garlic minced
1 Medium Onion chopped finely
3 tablespoon Butter divided
2 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Cup Vodka
1 14 oz can Tomato Puree or Tomato Sauce
1 Cup Heavy Cream
¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Grated Parmesan for serving

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Instructions

Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion in 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until the mixture is soft.
Pour in the vodka, being careful if your stove has an open flame. Remove the pan from the heat before adding the vodka if necessary. Cook and reduce the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour in the tomato puree or tomato sauce, and stir the mixture until it's thoroughly combined. Reduce the heat to low.
Pour in the heavy cream, and stir to combine. Turn the heat to the lowest simmer possible.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, and add salt and pepper to taste.
Finally, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Pour the drained pasta into the sauce and toss to combine.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the top of the pasta and sauce, and add more red pepper flakes if desired.

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Notes

Storage: Store any leftovers of Tortellini alla Vodka in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Reheating: To reheat, transfer the desired portion to a saucepan or microwave-safe dish. Heat gently on the stovetop over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Alternatively, microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, until heated to your liking.

Freezing: While you can freeze Tortellini alla Vodka, keep in mind that the texture of the cream sauce may change slightly upon thawing and reheating. Allow the dish to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag, removing as much air as possible. Label the container with the date and freeze for up to 1-2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating according to the instructions above.

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