Lightened Up Vodka Sauce

Step 1

Add olive oil and diced onion to a medium saucepan set over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally and let onion cook for about 5 minutes, or until onion pieces have begun to soften.

Step 2

Slowly pour in vodka. Cook for 7-9 minutes, or until onion pieces have browned slightly.

Step 3

Add crushed tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir everything together and cook for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 4

In a small bowl or measuring cup, stir together heavy cream and fat-free half and half. Once tomato and onion mixture has cooked for 15-20 minutes in the above step, pour in cream mixture, stirring constantly while pouring. Cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat while stirring frequently, then reduce heat to low to cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour over pasta to serve or use in place of tomato sauce in your favorite recipes.