Linguine With Lemon Clam Sauce

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This is an easy, wonderfully flavoured pasta dish that can be whipped up in no time for an intimate dinner for two. Recipe is easily doubled. I use my non-stick wok as it is big enough for tossing the pasta and sauce together in and the sauce gets distributed better throughout that way.

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Steps

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I usually make this in my non-stick wok.

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Heat oil and butter on medium heat and saute onion and garlic until soft and tender , not brown.

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Add basil and bay leaf.

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Pour in wine , lemon rind , lemon juice and reserved clam juice.

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Simmer until reduced a little.

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Add clams and heat through.

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Toss in the cooked linguine a little at a time and lastly add the cheese and parsley.

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Serve with more cheese on the side and red pepper flakes and warm garlic bread.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, butter, onion, garlic cloves, dried basil, bay leaf, white wine, fresh lemon rind, fresh lemon juice, baby clams, salt & fresh ground pepper, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, linguine