Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Clams

Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Clams
Need a pescatarian side dish? Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Clams could be an excellent recipe to try. One portion of this dish contains around 12g of protein, 8g of fat, and a total of 307 calories. This recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up balsamic vinegar, butter, littleneck clams, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 32 minutes.

Instructions

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Combine tomatoes, 1/3 cup chives, 1 tablespoon garlic, vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a large bowl; let stand 15 minutes.
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Drain mixture in a colander over a bowl, reserving liquid.
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While the tomatoes stand, bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan.
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Add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta. Cook the pasta for 10 minutes or until al dente, and drain.
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Heat butter, olive oil, and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic in a large skillet over low heat; cook 4 minutes or until fragrant. Increase the heat to medium-high.
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Add reserved tomato liquid, and bring to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 6 minutes).
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Add clams; cover and cook 4 minutes or until shells open.
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Remove clams from pan, and discard any unopened shells.
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Add reserved tomato mixture and pasta to pan; cook for 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Top with the remaining chives.
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Sustainable Choice: Because they help filter the water in which they live, clams and other bivalves are sustainable superstars.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In32 m.
Servings4
Health Score16
Dish TypesSide Dish
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