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Fettuccine with Bacon-Clam Sauce

By: Darlene Hicks

"Clams, garlic, bacon and Parmesan cheese flavor this hearty pasta dish from Darlene Hicks. It's been a favorite for years, she writes from her home in Arcata, California. A side salad and garlic bread complete the meal."

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Prep Time:
25 Min

Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings

Ingredients

4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 (6.5 ounce) can chopped clams
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain clams, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a large saucepan, combine the butter, garlic, parsley, oregano, pepper, clams and reserved juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
Stir in the cream and Parmesan cheese; simmer 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Add bacon. Drain fettuccine; stir into sauce.

Footnotes

Nutritional Analysis: 1 cup equals 674 calories, 37 g fat (21 g saturated fat), 172 mg cholesterol, 491 mg sodium, 47 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 39 g protein.