Old Spaghetti Factory Original Clam Sauce

Step 1

Combine butter, garlic, onion and celery in a saucepan.

Step 2

Braise over medium-low heat until tender but not brown.

Step 3

Add the flour, and mix to make a roux.

Step 4

Drain clams, reserving juice.

Step 5

In a separate saucepan, combine clam juice, half-and-half, thyme and salt.

Step 6

Heat until just below boiling.

Step 7

Add to roux, and cook until sauce thickens.

Step 8

Add clams, stirring gently to mix through out the sauce.

Step 9

Serve over noodles.