Spaghetti And Clams

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 pound uncooked pasta
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
• 2 (8 ounce) cans chopped clams, drained with juices reserved
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• water
• freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. stir in onion and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent. add clams, stirring frequently for 3 minutes, or until clams are lightly browned. stir in parsley, olive oil, and reserved clam juice mixed with enough water to equal 2 cups liquid.
• increase heat and bring to a low boil. reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. serve over pasta with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.