*Preparation Time: 15 minutes
*Cooking Time: 15 minutes
*Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
3 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, sliced thinly
2 tbsp flour
1 cup clam meat, diced
1 1/2 cups clam broth
2 tsp MSG
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp basil, sliced chiffonade
1/2 cup All Purpose Cream
grated cheese, as needed
200 g linguine, cooked
2 tbsp chopped parsley
Procedure:
1. Heat butter until melted; saute garlic and onions. Cook until soft.
2. Stir in the clam meat and saute for a few seconds.
3. Add the flour and cook for 30 seconds without browning.
4. Pour in clam broth. Season with MSG, salt and pepper then add basil. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in All Purpose Cream and some grated cheese.
6. Arrange hot cooked noodles in a platter; pour clam sauce over and sprinkle with more cheese and parsley. Serve with bread sticks or garlic bread.
Nutritional Content: Calories: 186 Carbohydrates (g): 10 Protein (g): 2 Fats (g): 15
Good to Know:
Fresh seafood, like clams, is a healthful source of protein because it is low in fat and cholesterol. It is also a good source of minerals like iodine.
Good to Remember:
All Purpose Cream is made from buttermilk, which give dishes a creamy texture and rich flavor.
