So we were busy this weekend... got to see a bunch of friends last night (and met Laura and Steve finally), Mom took me to Target (I pretended to be asleep - that place is nasty!), and we saw Grandma and Grandpa. It was a lot of fun but we're all pretty tired today (I think the Yuenglings are partially to blame for my father's Sunday disposition).
Anyway, as promised...
Penne a la Vodka a la Big B
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup vodka
1 pound penne pasta
1 pint heavy cream
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in olive oil until tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, breaking up a bit with fork. Stir in basil, salt and pepper and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in vodka and cook 15 minutes more.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Stir cream into sauce and cook 10 minutes more. Toss with hot pasta.
[I usually use 3/4 pint of heavy cream. Also, I throw in some crushed red pepper while it's cooking. ~LHS]
Baked Onion Dip
2 cups sweet onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups shredded sharp provolone (or cheddar) cheese
1 package (8 ounces) lite cream cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray small baking dish with cooking spray. Pour mixture into prepared dish and bake for 40-45 minutes until sides are brown and bubbly. Serve with crackers and raw vegetables.
Well, there you have it. I'll leave you with a couple of pictures - my Halloween coustume and me just being silly in my chair.
