Penne with Pink Vodka Sauce

I made this recipe for my niece's baptism, it was a huge hit, no
leftovers! Optional ingredients include, crushed red pepper flakes, sliced
black olives and roasted red pepper strips. Also, you can substitute the
cheese of your choice for the mozzarella.

Prep Time: approx. 10 Minutes. Cook Time:
approx. 20 Minutes. Ready in: approx. 30 Minutes. Makes 7 servings.
Printed from Allrecipes, Submitted by Beth

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
5 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup vodka
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 pint heavy cream

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook
for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. In a large skillet, saute
garlic in the butter. Add vodka and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in tomatoes
and cheese; stir until cheese melts. Stir in heavy cream and heat
thoroughly. Mix sauce into hot pasta.