Spaghetti con Vongole

This delicious recipe is an Italian classic, and a must for any seafood lovers!

Ingredients:
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small dried red chili pepper, crushed, or a pinch of red pepper flakes
1/3 cup olive oil
3 pounds small hard shell clams
1 cup clam juice
1 cup dry white wine
Salt
1 pound spaghetti or linguine
1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves, finely chopped

Method:
In a large saucepan over medium heat, warm the garlic and chili in the olive oil until the garlic is golden brown, about 1 minute.

Add the clams, clam juice and wine. Cover and simmer over medium heat, shaking the pan occasionally until all the clams open.

While the clams are simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring frequently, until al dente. Drain the pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add the clam sauce and parsley and toss well. Serve immediately.

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