1 c. celery, chopped
1 c. onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. butter
3/4 c. vodka
1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp. basil
2 tbsp. parsley
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 c. half and half
1 lb. Rigatoni or Penne, cooked al dante

Saute celery, onion and garlic in oil and butter for about 5 minutes over medium heat. Add vodka and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes longer. Add tomatoes, basil, parsley, oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook 10 minutes. Add half and half and cook 5 minutes longer. Toss in cooked pasta. Heat 5 minutes. 4 to 6 servings.