It was pasta on top of pizza, also known as two of my favorite carbs).
Although my pizza order has changed now as an adult, my love for vodka sauce has remained.
Of course, the namesake ingredient is keyvodka adds a bite to the sauce thats hard to define.
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Its like heat, but not the spicy heat of a chile.
Its also not bitter, as the bitterness of the alcohol burns off as the sauce simmers.
In addition to its flavor, vodka sauce is also loaded with nutrients thanks to the tomatoes.
But that’s not the only reason for including cream.
Many marinara sauces contain added sugar to helps balance the tomatoes' acidity.
But cream does that, too, so most vodka sauces don’t contain added sugar.
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Paste: What’s the Difference?
Look for one on the lower end of 400, which includes brands likeVictoriaand365 by Whole Foods.
My go-to pantry meal combines vodka sauce and spaghetti, plus a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
If I have it, Ill also add spinach for some more color and nutrients.
But pasta isnt the only way to incorporate vodka sauce into your meals.
You could swap it for marinara and make ourChicken Parmesan alla Vodkafor a flavorful twist on a classic.
However you use it, vodka sauce is an underrated ingredient that you should keep in your pantry.
So, grab a jar during your next grocery trip, and thank me later.
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