Vodka Marinara Sauce (The Cheater'S Way)

• 1/4 cup vodka
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon for a good amount of spice, my personal preference)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3/4 cup chopped onions
• 2 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 jar (26 to 32 oz.) marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup vodka, optional (yes, a second 1/4 cup)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese

1. 1. combine 1/4 cup vodka and red pepper; set aside.
2. 2. heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. add garlic and salt; cook 1 minute more.
3. 3. add vodka/red pepper mixture. cook over high heat until vodka is nearly evaporated. stir in marinara sauce and additional vodka (if desired); simmer 5 minutes.
4. 4. add cream, sour cream, basil and parmesan; heat through, another 5-10 minutes or so. serve with your favorite hot pasta and enjoy!
5. makes 4-6 servings.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/vodka-marinara-sauce-the-cheaters-way-52798611 (may not work)