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                        submitted by: JerseyChik@aol.com
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Penne alla vodka

1 lb penne cooked and drained
1 large can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
6 slices of bacon chopped into small pieces
4 cloves of garlic coarsely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup vodka (use a medium quality like Smirnoff which has more flavor than
the high quality vodkas)

Saute bacon pieces in large pan till crisp.  Drain off most of the bacon fat,
and add the garlic to the pan.  after one minute, add the tomatoes and the
crushed pepper.  cook for about 10 minutes.  add the heavy cream and the
vodka, mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.  add the drained pasta to the pan
with sauce and heat for 2 or 3 more minutes to let the pasta absorb the
flavors.  serve in bowls with grated cheese and chopped fresh parsley