ZENB Rotini with Littleneck Clams, White Wine, & Garlic

Using small and sweet Littleneck clams, this ZENB Rotini Pasta recipe is a great way to put a fancy dish together for your next at home dinner. Not only will you enjoy the flavor, but you’ll also get in a good source of fiber, while staying low in fat and low in cholesterol.

• 12 ounces ZENB Yellow Pea Rotini Pasta, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1-1/2 cups dry white wine
• 1/2 teaspoon white soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 pounds fresh littleneck clams, scrubbed (about 40)
• 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small lemon, zested, juiced

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Cook ZENB Pasta 2 minutes less than directed on package. Reserve 1/4-cup pasta cooking water; drain.

2.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large pot on medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shallots, garlic and pepper flakes; cook 1 minutes, stirring frequently until translucent. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in wine, soy, salt and clams; cover with lid. Cook 5-7 minutes or until shells open. Discard any unopened clams.

3.

Add pasta and reserved pasta water to pot. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender. Remove pot from heat; add parsley, butter, lemon zest & 1 tablespoon juice. Mix gently until combined.