- Balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon
- Butter 1 tablespoon
- Chopped Fresh Chives, Devided 6 1/2
- Ground Black Pepper 1/2 teaspoon
- Kosher salt 1 tablespoon
- Kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon
- Littleneck clams 16
- Minced Garlic, Divided 2 1/2 tablespoons
- Olive oil 1 tablespoon
- Pomi Chopped Tomatoes 5 cups
- Uncooked Linguine 8 ounces
- Water 2 quarts
Instructions:
Step 1
Combine Pomi Chopped Tomatoes, 1/3 cup chives, 1 tablespoon garlic, vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a large bowl; let stand 15 minutes. Drain mixture in a colander over a bowl, reserving liquid.
Step 2
While the tomatoes stand, bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta. Cook the Linguine for 10 minutes or until al dente, and drain.
Step 3
Heat butter, olive oil, and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic in a large skillet over low heat; cook 4 minutes or until fragrant. Increase the heat to medium-high. Add reserved tomato liquid, and bring to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 6 minutes). Add clams; cover and cook 4 minutes or until shells open. Remove clams from the pan, and discard any unopened shells. Add reserved tomato mixture and pasta to pan; cook for 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Top with the remaining chives.