To celebrate the launch of our new Hanson at Home Vodka Pasta & Cocktail kit, we’re sharing one of our favorite recipes for spicy vodka pasta. If you’re a fan of bold flavors and a little heat, this spicy vodka pasta is about to become your new favorite dish. Made with our Hanson of Sonoma Organic Habanero Vodka, this recipe takes the classic vodka sauce to a whole new level, infusing it with a tantalizing kick that’s perfect for spice lovers. The smooth, fiery notes of habanero blend beautifully with creamy tomato sauce, creating a pasta dish that’s rich, flavorful, and just the right amount of daring. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or just want to spice up your weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress. Get ready to turn up the heat in your kitchen!

Ingredients

• 1lb box of Slow Dried Rigatoni Pasta
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 white onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans Fire Roasted Tomatoes
• 1/2 cup Hanson of Sonoma Habanero vodka
• 2-3 tbsp fresh basil
• 1 tbsp Calabrian Chilies
• 1/2 tbsp sea salt
• Ground pepper
• Fresh basil

Recipe

1. Add oil to a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes. 
2. Add fire roasted tomatoes, Hanson vodka and salt and simmer on medium-low for 10 minutes.
3. When 10 minutes is up, use a ladle or pour the sauce into a blender along with remaining sauce ingredients.
4. Blend with the lid on (center cap undone to allow steam to escape) with a kitchen towel over the top for several minutes until smooth.
5. Cook noodles reserving a little pasta water.
6. Pour sauce back into pan, adding noodles and a little pasta water. Garnish with fresh basil and sea salt.
7. Enjoy with a Hanson of Sonoma Spicy VodkaRita!

Our new Hanson at Home Vodka Pasta & Cocktail kit provides everything you need to elevate your pasta night with our signature vodka pasta sauce, crafted from ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a dash of premium Hanson of Sonoma vodka for a rich and creamy flavor profile that pairs perfectly with a spicy Hanson cocktail. Accompanied by a bottle of our organic Habanero vodka, this kit provides the perfect pairing to create a gourmet meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or simply craving a delicious pasta dish, our Pasta and Vodka Kit ensures a dining experience that’s both elegant and satisfying.