Makes: 6 servings at $1.15 each. Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.
Bring large pot of lightly salted water to boiling.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 10 minutes, until softened, adding water if needed to prevent sticking. Add Canadian bacon and vodka; cook 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium.
Add pasta to boiling water; cook until al dente, tender yet firm.
Meanwhile, add tomatoes, tomato sauce, olives, sugar, salt and pepper to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring, 12 minutes.
Drain pasta; transfer to bowl.
Add Parmesan, half-and-half and basil to skillet; heat through. Toss with hot pasta. Serve.