800g (28oz) canned tomatoes (if using whole tomatoes, gently crush them before adding to the sauce)
1tspsalt
½tsppepper
¼-½cupcream
2tbspfresh basil
To serve
500g (1lb)pasta of your choice
Parmesan
Instructions
In a large, deep pan set over medium heat, saute the onion in the olive oil until soft and fragrant for 2-3 minutes.
Add the garlic, chilli flakes and oregano and cook for another 30 seconds.
Pour in the vodka. Allow to reduce for 5 minutes.
Pour in the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
Allow to simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce has reduced slightly.
Transfer the tomato sauce to a blender or food processor. Add the fresh basil then blend until smooth.
Pour the sauce back into the pan and set over medium heat.
Add ¼ cup of cream and stir in. If you want the sauce to be creamier, add the remaining cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes then serve with pasta of your choice.