The world's greatest penne alla vodka recipe and I MEAN IT. I am telling you, I am the biggest penne alla vodka critique so you know this stuff is better than anything else!
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve a half cup of pasta water, if needed. Drain well then set aside.
Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add one tablespoon of oil and allow that to heat up.
Add the shallots and sauté for about a minute or two, until they start to become translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the rest of the oil and the tomato paste. Mix that together and continue to cook until they are combined, about 3-5 minutes.
Add in the vodka sauce. Stir together for about 2-3 minutes, until it no longer smells like alcohol.
Pour in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 4-7 minutes, until thickened.
Add in the pasta and stir to combine. If needed, slowly stir in the pasta water.
Sprinkle with crushed red pepper, salt, pepper and parsley, mixing to evenly distribute.