1 lb. tubular pasta
1/4 tsp. hot red pepper flakes
3/4 c. heavy cream
3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
5 tbsp. butter
1 (16 oz.) can Italian style plum tomatoes, pureed
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. vodka

Cook pasta 8 to 10 minutes. Melt butter over medium heat. Add vodka and hot pepper. Simmer 2 minutes; add tomatoes and cream. Simmer 5 minutes. Drain pasta and pour in skillet with sauce. Reduce heat to low and add cheese. Mix well.