vodka sauce recipe with tomato paste

Vodka Sauce Recipe

This Vodka Sauce Recipe is creamy, bold, and packed with rich tomato flavor. Made with garlic, crushed tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of vodka, it creates a silky smooth sauce that tastes restaurant-quality yet it’s ready in just 25 minutes.

Whether you’re preparing a pasta vodka sauce for a weeknight dinner or making a homemade version from scratch for guests, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

vodka sauce recipe without vodka
vodka sauce recipe without vodka

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar tomato sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and fragrant.
  2. Carefully pour in the vodka and allow it to simmer briefly. (Use caution, as alcohol vapors may ignite.)
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and mix until fully combined.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley. Stir well.
  5. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and allow it to rest for 5–10 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta or use as desired.
vodka sauce recipe
vodka sauce recipe

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 16
Yield: About 2 quarts