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Linguine with Garlic Clam Sauce Recipe

I've tried other clam linguine recipes over the years, but this is our favorite. I usually keep the ingredients on hand.—Perlene Hoekema, Lynden, Washington

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Linguine with Garlic Clam Sauce Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) linguine
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Directions

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in butter and oil until fragrant. Stir in flour until blended. Drain clams, reserving juice; set clams aside.
Gradually stir juice into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the clams, cheese and parsley. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Drain linguine; serve with clam sauce. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 584 calories, 38 g fat (16 g saturated fat), 71 mg cholesterol, 494 mg sodium, 45 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 18 g protein.

Originally published as Linguine with Garlic Clam Sauce in Country Woman May/June 2001, p35