Ziti With Smoked Salmon

Ingredients

• 5 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 pound
• ¾ pound ziti or any tubular pasta of your choice
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
• Freshly ground pepper to taste
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup pepper vodka
• ½ pound sliced smoked salmon, cut into 1 1/2-inch strips
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro or basil
• Freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional)

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    655 calories; 27 grams fat; 12 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 10 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 70 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 23 grams protein; 69 milligrams cholesterol; 407 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Core the tomatoes and drop them into boiling water for 10 to 12 seconds. Drain immediately and peel. The skin should come off easily if you use a paring knife. Cut the tomatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. There should be about 2 1/4 cups.
2. Cook the ziti in salted water according to the package directions. The pasta should be al dente. Drain, and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
3. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet and add the garlic and shallots. Cook briefly, stirring, without browning. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the cream and vodka. Bring to a simmer and cook 1 minute.
4. Add the pasta and reserved cooking liquid to the tomato sauce. Blend well and simmer 1 minute.
5. Add the salmon, butter and cilantro. Toss well and cook 1 minute. Serve with cheese if desired.

About 15 minutes