Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      pound         fusilli -- (pasta)
     1/4  cup           plus 2 tbsp. butter or margarine -- divided
     2/3  cup           finely chopped onion
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
   2      cups          sliced mushrooms
     3/4  cup           vodka
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
     1/4  teaspoon      basil
   1      cup           heavy cream
     1/3  cup           freshly grated parmesan cheese
   1      tablespoon    chopped parsley
   3      large         tomatoes -- chopped

Preparation:

Cook fusilli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring 3 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook 2 minutes longer. Reduce heat. Add vodka, salt, pepper, and basil. Simmer 20 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and parsley. Drain fusilli. Place in serving bowl. Toss with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and tomatoes. Stir in sauce. Makes 8 servings or could be doubled to serve 16 or more