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White Clam Sauce

ItalianSeafoodEasy20 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 2 can minced clams (7.5 oz each)
  • 4 clove garlic, minced or chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter or margarine
  • 0.3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 lb spaghetti or other pasta

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain clams, saving 3/4 cup clam juices. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a skillet, slowly heat the olive oil and butter. Add garlic and sauté until golden.

  3. 3

    Remove from heat. Stir in clam liquid, add parsley and salt, and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add clams and simmer 3 minutes longer.

  6. 6

    Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

  7. 7

    Serve clam sauce hot over cooked spaghetti and top with Parmesan cheese.