Angel Hair With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.

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   Add salt, if using, and stir in the angel hair pasta.

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   Reduce the heat to medium high and cook the angel hair, uncovered, until al dente, 4 minutes.

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   Drain the angel hair well in a colander, shaking it a few times to remove any water that might still cling to the pasta.

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   Return the angel hair to the pot, toss it with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and cover the pot to keep the pasta warm.

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   Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

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   Add the onion and garlic, reduce the heat to medium low, and cook, stirring until the onion softens, 3 minutes.

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   Place the onion and garlic mixture and the red peppers, half and half, and cayenne in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth, 30 seconds.

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   Spoon the sauce over the angel hair and stir to coat it well.

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    Serve at once, garnished with basil leaves.

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    *This recipe makes a little more than 2 cups of sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.