Vodka Salsa Food

VODKA SALSA

Steps:

• Chop vegetables and place into a large bowl. Add the Vodka and mix well. Allow to sit for at least 2 hours. If it's a frat party, use 6 shots and allow to sit overnight. (-:.
• Pour in the jar of Taco Sauce (I like Taco Bell, but Ortega is good too -- also, the Tostido's salsa adds a great flavor, but you'll need to use 2 of their small jars). Mix well and enjoy!
• This should be enough for 1 large sized bag of tortilla chips to 'appetize' 6 to 8 people.
• *Add in some some chopped La Costeña Chipotle Peppers in Adobo for an even spicier sauce.
• *Add in some hot and spicy Bloody Mary Mix for a truly unique flavor.

VODKA SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook 2 chopped shallots in a skillet with 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat, about 3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup heavy cream, 2 cups Perfect Marinara Sauce (see Cook's Note) and a pinch of red pepper flakes; heat through. Stir in 1/4 cup grated parmesan and 1 to 2 tablespoons vodka; season with salt. Toss with penne.

PASTA ALLA VODKA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (2 heaping tablespoons kosher salt to about 7 quarts water). Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
• Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Heat the oil in a deep 12-inch skillet or pot over medium. Add the pancetta, if using, and fry until crispy, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the vodka and cook until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Stir in the tomatoes and then fill the can halfway with water and swish it around to loosen up any leftover tomatoes; add a quarter to half of the water to the pan. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken, about 10 minutes, and season with salt and pepper. If you prefer your sauce a little looser, go ahead and add the remaining water and simmer 2 to 3 minutes more. Reduce heat to low, add the cream and cook, stirring, until the sauce becomes an even pinkish-rust color, about 1 minute.
• Stir in the cooked pasta and 1/4 cup cheese; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls, top with additional cheese, if desired, and sprinkle with the oregano and parsley.