Jalapeño and basil add zip to a classic dish.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped jalapeño chili
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 6.5-ounce cans chopped clams
1/2 cup whipping cream
12 ounces linguine, freshly cooked
6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Preparation
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, chili and oregano to skillet. Sauté until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add clams with their juices and cream. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4 minutes. Add pasta and 4 tablespoons basil; toss until sauce coats pasta, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Sprinkle with remaining basil.
