Vodka rigatoni

serves
6
P67 Vodka rigatoni

“I started making this pasta at Matteo [D’Elia’s former restaurant], and it gained cult-status. So we had to have it on the menu!” – Orazio D'Elia

P67 Vodka rigatoni

Ingredients (10)

  • 50ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 bunch basil, leaves picked
  • 1 small white onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups (500ml) passata
  • 50g unsalted butter
  • 2 red chillies, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vodka
  • 350ml thickened cream
  • 500g dried rigatoni
  • 200g finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano

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Method

  • 1.
    To make the napoletana sauce, heat half the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add basil and half the onion and cook for 6-8 minutes until softened.
  • 2.
    Add passata, rinsing the bottle with 1/2 cup (125ml) water and pouring it in as well. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 25-30 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  • 3.
    In a separate medium saucepan over medium-low heat, add butter, remaining oil, chilli and remaining onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes until softened. Add the vodka – it will flame so be careful! Put out the flame with the napoletana sauce, then add the cream and let it bubble together and reduce for 5-7 minutes, until it is a vibrant orange colour.
  • 4.
    Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to packet instructions until al dente.
  • 5.
    Strain pasta and add to the sauce. Toss to combine and let it bubble together, then add the parmigiano and toss again. Serve immediately.
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