Penne alla Vodka

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips

• 1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, drained and chopped

• 1/4 cup vodka

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute.

3. Add prosciutto; cook 2 minutes longer.

4. Stir in tomatoes, vodka, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.

5. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.

6. Stir in cream; cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

7. Drain pasta. Add pasta and cheese to sauce; toss to combine.