Friday, February 27, 2009

Clam Sauce and Linguine

1 lb package linguine
1/2 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz chopped mushrooms
1 or 2 chopped green onions, white and green parts separate
2 (6.5 oz) cans minced clams (chopped are too big)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp ground pepper
salt to taste
1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan

Cook linguine to al dente in salted water.

Melt butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic, mushrooms, onion whites until lightly browned. Add minced clams, parsley, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until hot.

Toss sauce with drained hot pasta. Garnish with Parmesan and onion greens.

Recipe adapted from Allrecipes.com here.

Complete the meal ideas:
Asparagus with lemon, and muffins.
Honey-Nut Green Beans, no-knead bread.