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.


Linguine with Clam Sauce

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Ingredients
  • 2 6-1/2-ounce cans
    minced clams
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  • medium green or red sweet pepper, chopped
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  • 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
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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
Per serving: 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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