vodka sauce

Olivia's Penne alla Vodka
serves 4-6

INGREDIENTS:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 lbs ground beef
1/2 cup of cream
1/2 cup of vodka
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp crushed chili flakes

4 cups of penne, cooked
chopped parsley for garnish

METHOD:
1. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium. Add onions and cook for 5-10 minutes until soft.

2. Add ground beef and season well with salt and pepper. Keep stirring until meat is fully brown and cooked.

3. Add cream and let the meat mixture fully absorb it before then adding the vodka. Mix in tomatoes, chili flakes and let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

4. When the sauce is done, add penne and mix to combine. Serve immediately and garnish with parsley.