Lang has a delectable weeknight staple: Pork and Penne alla Vodka. It’s a simple and quick recipe, making it an ideal dinner choice for busy evenings.
Ingredients:
1 whole shallot, diced
6 cloves of garlic, minced
5 slices of bacon, cut into strips
Prosciutto, diced
Olive oil
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
12 ounces tomato paste
3/4 cup pasta water
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 shot of vodka
1 pound penne pasta
Salt (for pasta water)
Parsley, chopped
Parmesan cheese, grated
Panko breadcrumbs
Instructions:
1. In a pan with olive oil, cook diced shallots and minced garlic until translucent.
2. Add bacon and prosciutto, allowing them to crisp up in the rendered pork fat.
3. Incorporate chili flakes, dried oregano, and tomato paste to build the sauce.
4. Deglaze the pan with vodka, stirring to infuse the unique flavor.
5. Pour in pasta water, adjusting the thickness of the sauce to your preference.
6. Stir in heavy cream for a creamy, pink consistency.
7. Boil salted water and cook penne pasta until al dente.
8. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
*Optional: Add more pasta water if needed.
9. Turn off the heat, toss in chopped parsley, and mix well.
10. Finish with a generous topping of grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs for texture.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Pork and Penne alla Vodka – a delightful weeknight treat.