I have to work today.. But im still gonna do somethin for the girl... I got her a sunflower/rose arrangement from the florist.. Sunflowers are her favorite.. I never just go with straight roses.. Then im going to cook her dinner.. Penne Vodka.. Here is a good recipie if anyone is interested.. I usually add less pasta and put cooked shrimp with the pasta..
PENNE PASTA WITH VODKA SAUCE
1/4 lb. diced pancetta (Italian bacon), i used lower fat regular bacon
1/4 c. butter
2 scallions
3 cloves garlic
1/3 c. vodka
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 lb. penne pasta
1 1/2 c. heavy cream
1 1/2 c. tomato sauce
Melt the butter in a large frying pan and saute the scallions and garlic. When the butter foams, add the diced pancetta. When the pancetta browns slightly (takes 2 to 3 minutes), add the vodka and stir.
After the alcohol burns off, stir in the tomato sauce and cream (the alcohol only takes a minute or two to burn off).
Stir continuously for 5 - 8 minutes. Place drained pasta into frying pan, add Parmesan cheese, and mix thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
Serves 4 to 6.