Spaghetti with clams
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; salt generously. Add the spaghetti, and cook until slightly underdone, about 7 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and chile; cook until the garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add the clams and white wine, and raise heat to high. Bring to a boil; cover, and cook, shaking occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes, until the clams open. Stir in the parsley. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Add the reserved pasta water and lemon juice; reduce until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in the butter. Add the clam mixture and spaghetti. Cook over medium-low heat until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with parsley.