Spicy Spaghetti with Clams and Red Bell Pepper |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper |
2 tablespoons chopped garlic |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 2 1/2 teaspoons dried |
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper |
1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes with added puree |
1/2 cup dry red wine |
24 small clams, scrubbed |
3/4 pound spaghetti, freshly cooked |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, garlic, oregano and dried red pepper. Sauté until bell pepper is almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and wine and simmer until flavors blend, about 2 minutes. Add clams. Cover and cook until clams open, about 8 minutes. Using tongs, transfer clams to bowl (discard any that do not open). Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
2. Divide spaghetti among 4 bowls. Top with sauce and clams and serve.
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