Linguine with Clam Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 box linguine
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped shallots
• 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (10-ounce) cans whole baby clams, drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 8 ounces bottled clam juice
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup vermouth or dry white wine
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano

Directions

Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and saute 2 minutes, until tender. Add clams and saute 2 minutes. Add oregano, salt and pepper and stir to coat. Add clam juice, chicken broth and vermouth and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.

Pour clam sauce over drained linguine, add parsley and toss to combine. Top with Parmesan just before serving.