One of my favorites dishes to to make for guests or when I need something quick and easy. Make the sauce while the pasta is cooking and dinner will be ready in no time. Serve with a salad for a delicious meal.
Linguine Clam Pasta
Ingredients
1 lb linguine
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots, minced (optional)
4 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1lb fresh little neck clams, scrubbed clean
1/2-1 cup white wine
Juice of 1-2 lemons
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1Tablespoon butter
optional garnish: parsley and Parmesan cheese
Directions
In a pot of salted water, boil the pasta according to package directions for al dente.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet. Add shallots, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for a few minutes.
Stir in the clams and wine. Cover and cook until the clam shells open, about 6-8 minutes. (discard any unopened clams)
Add butter, lemon juice and the cooked linguine and toss to combine. Serve with optional garnish such as parsley and Parmesan cheese.
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