Angel Hair Pasta with Clam Sauce

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can chopped clams (drain and reserve the juice)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp minced garlic

• 1/4 cup white wine or sake

• Black pepper, to taste

• Red chili flakes (optional, to taste)

• 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley

• Millet Angel hair pasta (cooked per package instructions, reserve some pasta water)

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta

   • Boil angel hair pasta according to package directions.

   • Reserve some pasta water before draining.

2. Prepare the clam sauce

   • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

   • Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Stir in white wine (or sake), reserved clam juice, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes.

   • Simmer on low heat until the sauce reduces by half.

3. Combine pasta and sauce

   • Add cooked pasta and chopped clams to the skillet.

   • Toss gently to coat.

   • Add reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time while stirring over low heat until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

4. Finish & serve

   • Stir in chopped parsley just before serving.

   • Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra parsley or chili flakes.

✨ Tips & Variations:

• Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness.

• Toss in some grated parmesan for a richer flavor (optional).

• Use fresh clams if available, steaming them first and using their juice.