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CHEETOS® FLAMIN' HOT® Spicy Vodka Pasta

Prep Time:

10 min

Cook Time:

50 min

Total Time:

60 min

Servings:

4-6

This trendy social media–inspired recipe is kicked up a notch with CHEETOS® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT® Cheese Flavored Snacks — an easy and delicious meal that’s sure to feel the love online and around the table.

Ingredients

Instructions

Step 1
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook rigatoni, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water; drain.

Step 2
In large skillet set over medium heat, add oil. Add onion, garlic and hot pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened and fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until well combined.

Step 3
Stir in cream and vodka. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in rigatoni, reserved cooking water, CHEETOS® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT® Cheese Flavored Snacks, Parmesan cheese and half the basil until combined and well coated.

Step 4
Garnish with remaining basil before serving.

Tips & Tricks

Omit vodka for an alcohol-free option, if desired. Garnish finished pasta with additional crushed CHEETOS® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT® Cheese if preferred.