70m/1/4 cupThis is an affiliate link.vodka can be omitted
400ml/14 oztomato passata/canned crushed tomatoes
85ml/1/3 cupdouble/heavy cream
salt to taste
Instructions
In a deep pan heat the olive oil, then add the chopped onion and saute over low heat for about 7-10 minutes until soft but not coloured. Add the minced garlic, sliced fresh basil leaves or dried basil and and cook while stirring for 30 seconds. Pour in the vodka and scrape the bottom of the pan with a spatula to release the brown bits, allow the vodka to reduce by simmering for about 1-2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, allow the sauce to warm through, then season with salt to taste and take it off the heat. Process the sauce in a blender or food processor until smooth. Then return it to the pan and warm it up before serving with pasta.