Easy and Delicious Linguine and Clams

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Linguine and Clams

1 lbs Linguine pasta
(1) 15oz can of baby clams
3 Tbsp Shallot finely diced
4 Garlic Cloves finely sliced
1 med size Tomato finely diced
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Basil leaves
1 Cup Dry White Wine (Chardonnay etc..)
3 Tbsp Butter
3 Tbsp Olive oil
1/2 Tsp Red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp Lemon juice
Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper

*In a large pot bring 4 qts of water to a boil then add 2 Tbsp of salt to the water. Boil your linguine to the instructions on the package. (Cooking to Al dente is recommended)

NOTE: reserve about 1 cup of pasta water just in case.

*In a large sauce pan, on med/low heat, add olive oil, shallots, garlic, Red pepper flake, salt and pepper to taste. Once shallots and garlic are translucent, add white wine and let reduce for about 3 minutes.

*Add tomatoes and lightly season with salt. Let cook for 2-3 minutes.

*Add clams to the sauce with about 1/2 the water from the can.

*Next add butter, parsley, basil, lemon juice, and adjust salt levels if needed. (Cook for about 5 minutes)

*Add linguine to your sauce (add pasta starch water if needed) and toss with a little grated parmesan cheese.

*Serve in a bowl with freshly grated parmesan cheese on top, basil, and a little bit of raw olive oil.

*Goes well with crusty garlic bread on the side.

Enjoy!

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