Penne in Vodka Cream

1 pound penne pasta

½ cup butter

¾ cup vodka

½ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes

¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

8 ounces tomato sauce

½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste

1 cup heavy cream

salt and pepper to taste

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.

In a large saucepan melt butter over medium low heat; add vodka, red pepper flakes and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.

Blend in tomato sauce, tomato paste and cream; increase heat to bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes or until sauce has slightly thickened; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Reduce heat to very low and stir in cheese; add cooked pasta and more cheese, if desired. Serve.