Linguine with Creamy Clam Sauce Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In15 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings1
CuisineCourse
MethodSpeciality
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Clams3 Ounce, drained
 Part-skim ricotta cheese - 1 cup
 Olive oil1 Teaspoon
 Onion1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm)
 Dry white table wine - 1/2 cup
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Basil leaves1/2 Teaspoon
 Pepper1 Dash
 Linguine1 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

MAKING
1) In a blender container, process the clam juice and ricotta cheese together until smooth, keep aside.
2) In a 10 inch skillet, saute the onion and garlic in the oil over a medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
3) Stir in the ricotta cheese mixture and wine, simmer over a low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently.
4) Stir in the clams, salt, basil and pepper and allow to simmer for another 1 minute, until the clams are thoroughly heated.

SERVING
5) Spoon the clam sauce over a bed of hot linguine and serve immediately.
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