- Calories 332
- Fat 7.9g
- Satfat 2.6g
- Monofat 3.4g
- Polyfat 1.1g
- Protein 15.4g
- Carbohydrate 55g
- Fiber 10.2g
- Cholesterol 20mg
- Iron 8mg
- Sodium 563mg
- Calcium 79mg
Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Clams
Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr
Inspired by salsa cruda, or "raw sauce," this dish features a simple and delicious combination of tomatoes, chives, garlic, and balsamic vinegar.
How to Make It
Step 1
Combine tomatoes, 1/3 cup chives, 1 tablespoon garlic, vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a large bowl; let stand 15 minutes. Drain mixture in a colander over a bowl, reserving liquid.
Step 2
While the tomatoes stand, bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta. Cook the pasta for 10 minutes or until al dente, and drain.
Step 3
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. Add reserved tomato liquid, and bring to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 6 minutes). Add clams; cover and cook 4 minutes or until shells open. Remove clams from pan, and discard any unopened shells. Add reserved tomato mixture and pasta to pan; cook for 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Top with the remaining chives.
Step 4
Sustainable Choice: Because they help filter the water in which they live, clams and other bivalves are sustainable superstars.
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Donna's review
We had this tonight, last minute choice. I was looking for a use for our end-of-summer tomatoes, and this fit the bill. We did not have fresh clams so we used a can of chopped clams and added the juice to the sauce. We loved it and plan to try it again with fresh clams.
Zendergirl's Review
I absolutely love this recipe! I love clams so I usually make the sauce and clams for four but with noodles for two- for my husband and I.
dmstoll's Review
I loved this recipe! Great for summer, when the tomato plants are going wild. I was out of balsamic vinegar so I subbed in red wine I also tossed in some proscuitto and basil. My hubby loved it, too.
Good sauce