Cheap & Easy Clam Sauce for Pasta

Step 1

Heat olive oil in small pan, and add garlic and the optional onions. Cook on medium about 3 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.

Step 2

Stir in the basil or parsley (or both or other spices) and optional red pepper flakes.

Step 3

Add the drained juice from the can of clams.

Step 4

Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low allowing to simmer about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the clams and the butter. Once butter is melted, add the optional milk or half and half and cook until heated through.

Step 6

Serve over spaghetti or linguine or other favorite pasta.