Recipe name:
Fusilli Pasta With Vodka Sauce
Recipe category:
Pasta
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Recipe details: Fusilli() with Vodka Sauce
1 Lb. fusilli (pasta) 1/4 C. plus 2 tbsp. butter or margarine -- divided 2/3 C. finely chopped onion 1 Clove garlic -- minced 2 C. sliced mushrooms 3/4 C. vodka 1/2 Tsp. salt 1/4 Tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. basil 1 c. heavy cream 1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp. chopped parsley 3 lg. tomatoes -- chopped Cook fusilli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring 3 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook 2 minutes longer. Reduce heat. Add vodka, salt, pepper, and basil. Simmer 20 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and parsley. Drain fusilli. Place in serving bowl. Toss with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and tomatoes. Stir in sauce. Makes 8 servings or could be doubled to serve 16 or more |