VODKA PENNE

Ingredients Method

350g dried penne 1. Cook the pasta in a large saucepan

according to the instructions on the packet.
25g butter
2. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a large frying
125g pancetta or bacon bits or 2 slices cooked pan over a medium heat, add the bacon and
ham, chopped fry for 3–5 minutes until golden. Add the
vodka and allow to simmer for a minute
4 tablespoon vodka
before adding the cream, tomato purée and
200ml double cream parsley.

3 tablespoon tomato purée 3. Simmer gently for 5 minutes or until the

A small handful of fresh flat leaf parsley,
roughly chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to serve
sauce has thickened. Season to taste with salt
and black pepper.
4. When the pasta is cooked, drain and add it
to the sauce and mix through. Serve with a
sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.