Hearty and full of flavor…Perfect for a Super Bowl bash!

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup vodka
• 1 28-ounce diced tomatoes in puree
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 pound smoked chicken sausage, cut lengthwise & sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until golden and tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté 1 minute more. Remove the pan from the heat add the vodka. Return the pan to the heat and cook until the vodka is almost evaporated, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and oregano and cook 10 more. Add the cream and simmer 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F. Cook the penne in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain the pasta well and add the spinach to the drained pasta to wilt it slightly. Return the pasta to the pan and add the sausage. Toss to combine.

Combine the mozzarella, fontina and parmesan in a mixing bowl. Place half of the pasta mixture in a baking dish and top with half of the cheese. Top with the remaining pasta, then finish with the remaining shredded cheese.

Bake until golden, cheese is melted and edges are crisp, about 30 minutes.

Serves 4-6