Beans Alla Vodka

Name: Beans Alla Vodka
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 18 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 shallot, finely chopped; 1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon chile flakes, plus more to taste; A splash of vodka, can be substituted with water; 1/2 cup heavy cream, can be substituted with full-fat coconut milk; 1/2 cup water; 1 x 15 oz (500 g) can butter beans, drained and rinsed; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for topping; A knob of butter, optional; Kosher salt and pepper; Extra-virgin olive oil; Fresh parsley and balsamic vinegar for topping