Cook pasta in salted water

Drain pasta, saving 2 cups of pasta water in a bowl. Set the pasta aside in a separate bowl

In the empty pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3 minutes.

Pour in the vodka and cook until is evaporates

Add the tomato paste and cook for 3 minutes

Add 1 cup of the reserved pasta water and stir until the mixture is saucy.

Add a few grinds of salt and black pepper and let simmer for 2 minutes

Add the cream and mix in

Finally, combine the pasta and the sauce and coat it evenly. Add splashes of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce

Scoop into bowls and top with basil and your choice of cheese