Spicy Spaghetti with Clams

This is an easy but high in flavor spaghetti recipe. The clams are the star and they bring a beautiful richness to this dish.

Ingredients:

500g spaghetti

1kg fresh clams, scrubbed clean

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

1 cup dry white wine

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

3. Add the clams to the skillet (make sure to scrub the clams thoroughly before cooking to remove any sand or grit) and pour in the white wine. Increase the heat to high and cover the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, shaking the skillet occasionally, until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.

4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.

5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the clams and sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the spaghetti and clams, tossing gently to distribute evenly.

7. Serve the spicy spaghetti with clams hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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