Penne With Prosciutto and Vodka Sauce

• onion↗1

  chopped

• celery↗2

  chopped

• garlic cloves↗3

  minced

• olive oil↗1⁄4 cup
• prosciutto↗1⁄4 lb

  sliced

• vodka↗3⁄4 cup
• crushed tomatoes↗1
• dried oregano↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• fresh parsley↗2 tablespoons

  chopped

• dried basil↗1 tablespoon
• cayenne pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• half-and-half cream↗1 cup
• penne pasta↗1 lb

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Cook onion, celery, and garlic in oil; stir until soft.

3. 3

   Add prosciutto and vodka.

4. 4

   Simmer until almost all liquid is gone.

5. 5

   Add tomatoes, cayenne, and herbs. Simmer for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in half and half, and heat for 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water until done.

8. 8

   Drain.

9. 9

   Serve sauce over noodles.