Linguine with Spicy Parsley Clam Sauce

This is a flavorful pasta dish - it works either as a main course or as a side dish. Playing with the red peppers has a marked effect on how spicy the dish is, allowing you to titrate the heat to fit your tastes.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  cloves garlic
• 1  onion, chopped
• 4  tablespoons butter
• 2  tablespoons white flour
• 1  cup  chicken stock
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1⁄2 lb linguine
• 2  cans clams, drained (6 ounces each)
• 1⁄3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1. Saute onion and garlic in butter.
2. Add flour and stir well.
3. Add broth, salt, red, and black pepper.
4. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Cook linguine al dente.
6. Add clams and parsley to skillet.
7. Toss the sauce with the pasta and serve with Parmesan cheese.