Spicy Beef Rigatoni Pasta

1: Bring a pot of water to a boil and season with salt.

2: Cook pasta until al dente.

3: In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown beef and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

4: In the same pan, add olive oil over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.

5: Reduce the heat to medium and add the Calabrian chili peppers and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.

6: Adjust the heat to medium high and add the tomato paste. Mix to combine.

7: Then add butter into the pan and let melt. Season with salt and pepper and cook the tomato paste for approximately 6 minutes.

8: Turn the heat down and pour the vodka into the pan. Scrape up all the paste from the bottom of the pan and mix together.

9: Adjust the heat to low and add the heavy cream. Stir until combined and let simmer on low heat.

10: Add pasta water, beef, basil, and cheese to the sauce and stir together.

11: Add the pasta and mix until fully coated.

12: Top with more Parmesan cheese and enjoy!