Non-Vodka Cream Sauce
As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we follow what’s known as The Word of Wisdom. We believe that The Word of Wisdom is a law that helps us stay physically and spiritually fit. Part of this law is abstaining from alcohol consumption.
The Church doesn’t have a stance on cooking or consuming food cooked with alcohol; they leave that decision to the individual. While I’ve never cooked with alcohol, I do consume food cooked with alcohol. Brenda neither cooks nor consumes food cooked with alcohol, which means she creates really delicious modified recipes. Just like this one.
Non-Vodka Cream Sauce
In a medium pot, heated to medium, combine:
1 Tbsp oil
1/4 cup onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Saute for 3-4 minutes, add:
1/2 cup vodka substitute (see Brenda’s Tips)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/16 tsp red pepper
Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer for 30-60 minutes. Before serving, add:
1/2 cup heavy cream
Fresh basil leaves
Serve hot over cooked pasta.
Brenda’s Tips:
Serving Size: 4
Brenda’s favorite vodka substitutions:
Apple juice
Grape juice
Water with lemon juice
