Hey Amy!

…and a coke with no ice.

That is one of my favorite quotes from “Fast Times at Ridgemont High“.  Each time someone orders this dish or I make it, I have to do the entire scene.  Yes, I am pathetic.

This dish always sounded like an adventure in the kitchen.  For whatever reason, I always thought it tough to make and only experienced Italian chefs would dare to try.  Ahh the silly thoughts of my youth.  This is actually very easy and your family/guests will be impressed when you serve.

Ingredients:

2 c. fresh minced clams
1/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. butter
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. chopped parsley
1 1/2 tsp. salt
8 oz. linguine
fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Slowly heat oil and butter in a skillet.  Add garlic and saute until golden.  Do not let garlic brown.  Remove skillet from heat.  tire in clam liquid, chopped parsley and salt.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

While mixture is simmering, boil linguine according to package instructions.

Add clams and linguine to mixture and toss.  Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Now what was tough about that?  It was a walk in the park, right?  Spend some time in your kitchen this week!

xo–me

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