Gnocchi and Spicy Vodka Sauce

Chef #1265317's Note:

This is an adaptation of one of the standard Joy of Cooking recipes which turned out to be semi quick and totally delicious.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1⁄3; cup vodka
• ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cube vegetable bouillon
• 1⁄3; teaspoon oregano
• 1⁄3; teaspoon basil
• ¾ lb home-made gnocchi or store bought gnocchi

Directions:

1. Heat oil in deep skillet and add diced onion until transparent (about 5 minutes).
2. Add garlic until slightly colored (1-2 minutes).
3. Add drained can of diced tomatoes, crushed red pepper, and bullion.
4. Heavily simmer over medium to medium low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. In the mean time set a salted pot of water to boil and cook Gnocchi.
6. After gnocchi has cooked, add to sauce and toss for 2-3 minutes and add oregano and basil, stirring until well mixed.
7. Add heavy whipping cream and simmer for 5-7 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Set aside to cool and serve when warm.

Reviews

[tCope]

Turned out really nicely! I added some sriracha chili sauce to give it a little more kick. Next time I think I'll let it cook down a little more, since my sauce was a little thin.