Rigatoni Alla Vodka

Ingredients

• • 1 lb (450 g) rigatoni
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 can (14 oz/398 ml) diced tomatoes, drained
  • ½ cup (125 ml) tomato paste
  • ⅓ cup (75 ml) vodka
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) 15% cooking cream or 35% cream
  • ½ cup (35 g) fresh Parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for serving
  • Basil leaves (optional)