Steam the broccoli or blanch it in boiling water
until it is bright green and just tender. Drain well; set aside. Put
the water and olive oil in a large pot; bring to boil. Add the ziti;
cook for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat butter in a large skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about
2 minutes, until softened but not brown. Add the wine and cook for
1 minute until reduced to 1 tablespoon; add the cream. Increase the
heat to moderately high and bring to boil. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes,
until the cream thickens and is reduced by about a third. Put the
ziti and broccoli in a large bowl, add the sauce, scallions, red pepper
and Parmesan cheese and toss together. Season with freshly ground
black pepper and serve at once. Serves 4.
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