Spicy Bolognese Alla Vodka
Spicy Bolognese Alla Vodka takes the classic comfort of a rich Bolognese sauce and elevates it with a touch of heat and the smooth, creamy notes of vodka. The result is a bold yet balanced dish that feels both elevated and approachable. Perfect for special occasions or a chill night in, it's a fresh twist on a beloved Italian favorite that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound spicy or hot Italian sausage
- ½ pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small white onion diced
- 1 small carrot diced
- 2 small celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup vodka
- 14 ounces tomato sauce
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 pound thick spaghetti
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- Add spaghetti to salted, boiling water.
- Heat avocado oil in pan and brown spicy Italian sausage and ground beef.
- Once cooked, remove sausage and beef from pan using a slotted spoon. Retain juices and add butter.
- Add onion, carrot and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté another 2 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and mix well. Add sausage and beef back to pan, stir.
- Pour in vodka, mix and deglaze pan.
- Add tomato sauce, stir. Add heavy cream and incorporate well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese.
- Place serving of pasta into sauce and mix well. Remove pasta from pan and plate, topping with additional sauce mixture.
- Top with additional parmesan cheese to taste and serve.