Best Penne Alla Vodka Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 
• 1/2 c. tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp. vodka
• Kosher salt
• 1 lb. tubed pasta, such as penne or rigatoni
• 1/2 c. heavy cream
• 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan, divided, plus more for serving
• Fresh basil leaves, for serving