Spicy Vodka Ham Pasta

Spicy Vodka Pasta with ham and a fork in a bowl.

This quick and easy Spicy Vodka Ham Pasta is so flavorful and delicious! Made with a healthier version of the classic spicy vodka sauce, cooked ham (or your choice of protein), and rigatoni pasta, this is truly a dish that everyone will love. Top it all off with freshly grated parmesan and red pepper flakes for the ultimate restaurant experience at home!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Italian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings Servings

Calories 684kcal

Author Christine McMichael

Equipment

Sauté Pan

Ingredients

12 ounces rigatoni
1/4 cup olive oil
2 medium shallots, diced
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup vodka
2/3 cup Greek yogurt + 1/2 cup warm water
2/3 cup grated parmesan
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped ham
2 cups chopped kale

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
In a large saute pan, add the olive oil and diced shallots.
Saute for 3-4 minutes, then add in the garlic and saute an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to bring out the flavors.
Pour in the vodka and simmer until most of the liquid has cooked off.
Whisk together the plain greek yogurt with the warm water, then pour into the pot and mix.
Add in the parmesan, red pepper flakes, and salt.
Let simmer for a couple of minutes. Leave as is or blend until completely smooth.
Stir in the cooked pasta, ham, and chopped kale. Let the kale wilt over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil, parmesan, and red pepper flakes!

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