Ingredients

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 lb. penne pasta, cooked

2 tablespoons vodka

1/2 cup heaving whipping cream

1/4 cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley

2 links sweet Italian sausage

Preparation

In large skillet, heat oil over moderate heat. Remove casing from sausage and add to skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until brown. Add garlic and red pepper and cook until garlic is golden brown.

Add tomatoes and salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.

Add vodka and cream and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and add pasta, toss until combined. Stir in parsley and serve.