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Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 10min
Course : Entree, Pasta
Type of Prep : Simmer
Cuisine : Italian
Occasion : Fall, Family Dinner, Winter
 
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Clam Linguine

From Linda Larsen,
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Use the reserved portion of this elegant and easy main dish recipe to make Pasta and Clam Chowder.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp. dried basil leaves
  • 4 (6 oz.) cans clams, drained, reserving juice
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 16 oz. pkg. linguine pasta
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

PREPARATION:

In large skillet, heat oil and saute onion and garlic until tender. Add basil and stir. In medium bowl, combine reserved clam juice, cornstarch and chicken broth and blend well. Add to onion and garlic mixture and cook over medium heat until mixture boils. Cook 1 minute until thickened. Add clams and remove from heat.

In large pot, cook linguine according to package directions until tender; drain. Return clam mixture to heat and cook 1-2 minutes until hot. Add linguine and stir. Store half of pasta mixture in refrigerator for the Pasta Clam Chowder.

Sprinkle remaining linguine mixture with parsley and cheese and serve. 4 servings

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