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                                            Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    Fast, simple, and delicious-great for a busy weeknight! Just add a salad and bread. During the summer I puree fresh basil and freeze it in ice trays, and that's what I use in this sauce. However, you could use 1 teaspoon of dried basil if you have to. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                2 tablespoons olive oil  |  
                                                1 cup sweet red pepper, minced  |  
                                                2 large garlic cloves, minced  |  
                                                1/2 cup finely chopped onion  |  
                                                1/3 cup water  |  
                                                2 chicken bouillon cubes  |  
                                                2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil  |  
                                                2 tablespoons heavy cream or 2 tablespoons half-and-half  |  
                                                8 ounces ziti pasta, cooked and drained  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add red pepper, onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes. 2. Stir in water, bouillon cubes and basil. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. 3. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in cream. Simmer, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. 4. Spoon over ziti and toss. Top with fresh cracked pepper, if desired.                              | 
                         
                         
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