Million Dollar Vodka Sauce Recipe (with Video)

Preparation of Sauce
1. Add butter to pan over medium-low heat.
2. Add shallot and simmer for 1 minute.
3. Add garlic and simmer together until soft, translucent and fragrant.
4. Whisk in tomato paste until fully combined.
5. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes until tomato becomes a deep red.
6. Add vodka and whisk into tomato.
7. Add cream and stir into tomato vodka mixture.
8. Let simmer for 1 minute and stir in pasta water.
9. Let simmer for another 1-2 minutes, until nice and thick.
10. Add crushed red pepper (as much as you want!) and mix into sauce.
11. Add pasta of choice, cheeses and mix together, letting simmer for another 1-2 minutes until mozzarella is melted.
12. Add extra cheese and fresh basil and enjoy!