Name: Barilla Heart-shaped Pasta with Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients for Barilla Heart-shaped Pasta with Vodka Sauce:; 1 Box Barilla® Love Heart-shaped Pasta [Recipe originally made with Penne pasta]; 1 Yellow Onion, Small Dice; 2 Cloves garlic, crushed; 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; 3 Tablespoons tomato paste or 3 Roma Tomatoes, diced; ¾ Cup Vodka; ¾ Cup heavy cream; ¼ Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated; 1 Tablespoon Parsley chopped for garnish; To taste Salt black pepper, to taste; [optional: 4 Ounces pancetta]; [optional: ½ Teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes]

Barilla Heart-shaped Pasta with Vodka Sauce

30 minutes

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This vodka sauce recipe is made with tomatoes, chili flakes, garlic, onion, vodka and heavy cream. This is a twist on our deliciously classic vodka pasta recipe featuring Barilla Love Heart-shaped Pasta. We have added savory pancetta to the list of the ingredients for this dish. You can easily make it with or without that ingredient depending on your personal needs. Cooking Tip: Vodka is used in this sauce, but it is simmered along with the heavy cream, cooking off the alcohol in the dish.

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Ingredients

6 servings

Ingredients for Barilla Heart-shaped Pasta with Vodka Sauce:

1Box Barilla^® Love Heart-shaped Pasta [Recipe originally made with Penne pasta]

1Yellow Onion, Small Dice

2Cloves garlic, crushed

2Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided

3Tablespoons tomato paste or 3 Roma Tomatoes, diced

¾Cup Vodka

¾Cup heavy cream

¼Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

1Tablespoon Parsley chopped for garnish

To tasteSalt black pepper, to taste

[optional: 4Ounces pancetta]

[optional: ½Teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes]

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, cook pasta according to package directions.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat add olive oil and pancetta [if using]; cook until crispy.

Step 3

Add onion, and garlic, season with salt and pepper, sauté until onions are soft, 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add vodka to skillet, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add tomatoes or tomato paste and optional chili flakes for a touch of heat; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in heavy cream until the sauce is beautifully pink.

Step 7

Drain pasta and add to the sauce. Mix well and top with remaining cheese. Garnish with parsley.

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Limited Edition Love Pasta

Available at select restaurants and retailers nationwide, including Amazon, Kroger, ShopRite and Walmart. Only during January and February, while supplies last. Celebrate all shapes of love this season with Barilla Love, a Limited Edition heart-shaped pasta. Inspired by one of Barilla’s beloved pasta shapes, Mezzi Rigatoni, Barilla Love pasta is made just like the iconic Barilla Classic pasta fans know and love. Share a Valentine’s Day meal with a loved one with this unique Barilla pasta shape that cooks to perfect al dente texture every time. Barilla values its commitment to quality, making pasta for over 145 years.

Shape

Heart

Pack size

12oz

Range

Classic Blue Box

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