Spicy Vodka Sauce with Pancetta

1: Put pancetta in a large frying pan and get somewhat crispy.

2: In the same pan, sauté garlic and onions in olive oil until garlic is fragrant.

3: Pour vodka in and cook until almost all evaporated.

4: Add tomato paste and mix.

5: Add heavy cream, salt, red pepper flakes, and pepper. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.

6: While sauce is cooking, bring water to a boil. Cook pasta as directed on the box minus 1 minute for al dente. Don't forget to keep some pasta water!

7: Add pasta water and cooked pasta. Mix.

8: Add parmesan cheese, basil, and butter and mix until incorporated. Taste sauce and add more salt or cheese if needed. Let cook for a few more minutes to coat pasta.

9: Top with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

10: Enjoy & buon appetito!