PENNE WITH PROSCIUTTO & VODKA SAUCE

Ingredients

• 1/4 lb. prosciutto ham,- chopped
• 1 lb. penne pasta
• 2-8 oz. cans chopped tomatoes
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp. parsley flakes
• 1 tbsp. crushed bay leaves
• 1 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 1/4 c. vodka
• 1 c. heavy cream
• 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Saute garlic in olive oil. Add crushed tomatoes, prosciutto, parsley, bay leaves, red pepper, vodka and simmer for about 10 minutes in medium heat.

2. Cook penne and drain.

3. Add heavy cream to sauce and cook for 2 minutes in low heat.

4. Mix penne in sauce and add Parmesan cheese. Mix again. Serve with garlic bread.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: cooks.com
Submitted By: Meryl
merstar@mimi.cyber-kitchen.com
PENNE WITH PROSCIUTTO & VODKA SAUCE