Linguine with Clam Sauce
Don't be fooled by the low calories and 30-minute preparation time. This clam, pepper, and pasta recipe is loaded with flavor.
Ingredients
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2 6-1/2-ounce cans minced clams
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1 medium green or red sweet pepper, chopped
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2 green onions, sliced
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1/4 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup dry white wine
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4 teaspoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
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4 ounces linguine, cooked and drained
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1.
Drain clams, reserving liquid. In a saucepan combine reserved clam liquid, green or sweet red pepper, onions, basil, crushed red pepper, and garlic. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 5 minutes or until onions are tender.
2.
In a small bowl stir together wine and cornstarch; stir mixture into saucepan. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
3.
Stir in clams and parsley; heat through.
4.
In a large bowl toss linguine with clam mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese atop each serving. Makes 3 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 298, Total Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Sodium 218 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 36 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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