Quick Pasta alla Vodka | Charlotte Fashion Plate

Ingredients

• 10-12 ounces of your preferred pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 4-ounces tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons vodka
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 ladle pasta water
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped, plus more for garnish