Vegan Baked Ziti Alla Vodka

1 Cook pasta according to package directions. Make sure it is al dente and not over cooked since you will be baking it.
2 While the pasta is cooking, make the vegan vodka sauce. In a medium sized sauce pan, heat the olive oil on medium high. Add the chopped shallot and chopped garlic. Saute for a minute or so until the shallot becomes translucent. 
3 Now add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir to combine, and reduce heat to medium low. Now add the vodka and stir. Then simmer for 5-7 minutes to reduce the vodka and develop the flavors. 
4 Season with a little salt and pepper, then add the coconut milk and the nutritional yeast. Stir to combine. 
5 Add the red pepper flakes, then simmer for a few more minutes. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. Turn off the heat.
6 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
7 Once the sauce and pasta are done, toss the pasta and the sauce together. 
8 Next, pour half the pasta into a baking dish, top with half the vegan cheese, then pour the remaining pasta on top and top with remaining cheese. 
9 Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes until all the cheese is melty. Serve immediately.....perhaps with vegan garlic bread?