Angel Hair Pasta With Clams Recipe

Ingredients for Angel Hair Pasta With Clams

• Angel Hair Pasta
• Olive Oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Minced Clams
• Fresh Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Ground Pepper

How to Make Angel Hair Pasta With Clams

1. Cook 8 ounces of angel hair pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.
2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Drain 1 pound of littleneck clams, reserving the liquid. Add the reserved clam liquid (about 1/2 cup) to the skillet.
5. Bring the clam liquid to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add the drained clams to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the clams. Toss gently to combine.
8. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
9. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley (optional).