Green Pasta with Shrimp and Clams
Green Pasta With Shrimp And Clams is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 18 cherrystone clams, 4 qt. water, salt to taste, 1/4 c. olive oil and 1 tbsp. finely minced garlic, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A crowd-pleaser that never disappoints.
Shuck clams and reserve juice.
Discard shells.
(Should have approximately 3/4 cup raw clams and 1 cup liquid.) Chop clams coarsely and set aside.
Bring water to a boil and salt to taste. Add pasta.
Cook 1 1/2 minutes after water returns to boil. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup water.
Heat oil in a heavy skillet and add garlic.
Cook briefly without browning.
Add pepper flakes, shrimp, salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring shrimp and shaking skillet for about 1 minute.
Add clams.
Cook about 15 seconds. Add basil leaves and parsley.
Stir to blend and remove from heat. Pour pasta into a kettle and add reserved clam juice.
Heat thoroughly.
Add reserved water and butter.
Pour shrimp and clam mix into pasta; toss to blend.
Serve immediately.
Serves 4.
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