Gigi Hadid Pasta (Spicy Vodka Pasta)

Soak the cashews in a bowl with boiling water for 20 minutes while you prepare the base of the pasta sauce
In a large skillet, saute the onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt over a medium heat
Once translucent, add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for a minute
Add the tomato paste and the 2nd tablespoon of olive oil. Saute for 5-8 minutes to cook down the tomato paste into a deep red color.
If needed, add a splash of water so it doesn't burn
Add the vodka or vodka substitutes to the saucepan, and cook down for a couple of minutes until it's mostly absorbed
At the same time, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water, 3 minutes under the cooking package instructions (it should still be al dente)
Ensure to reserve some pasta water
Drain the cashews and add to a blender with ½ cup of warm water. Blend to create a creamy sauce consistency
Add cashew cream to the saucepan with a ladle of the pasta water. Season with salt and pepper and taste the sauce for its spice level. Add more red pepper flakes if needed
Add cooked pasta, parmesan cheese, torn up basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Add a ladle of pasta water, gently stir to combine and cook together for a couple of minutes
Add more pasta water if / when needed to help create a thick creamy sauce without being too thick or dry. Serve up and enjoy your delicious Gigi Hadid Pasta!