Ingredients

• 1 tray fresh manila clams
• 1 package maika`i organic artisanal spaghetti
• 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 3/4 cups white wine
• 2 tablespoons italian parsley (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt

Directions

1. Soak clams in a bowl of fresh water for about 20 minutes. This filters any sand and saltwater our of the clam shells.
2. While the clams are soaking, boil water for Maika`i Organic Artisanal Spaghetti. Add a pinch of salt and olive oil to the water.
3. Once the water begins to boil, add noodles and cook for about 7 minutes or until noodles asre al dente.
4. On medium heat, add olive oil and garlic cloves in a non-stick pan.
5. When the garlic begins to brown, turn up the heat to mediuim. Optional: Add chili flakes for added heat and stir.
6. Drain the clams and add to the pan.
7. Cover and steam clams until they start to open.
8. Place open clams in a bowl and discard any unopened ones.
9. Remove al dente noodles from boiling water and transfer into the pan. Mix in the sauce.
10. Transfer clams into the pan. Add parsley and mix.
11. Place in a bowl and serve.

Notes: Optional: 1 tablespoon chili flakes (substitute 1 dried chili, finely chopped)