Quick Clam Linguini - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 oz. linguini, uncooked
3 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. plus 1 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans minced clams, undrained
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Cook linguini according to package, omitting salt.
Drain linguini and set aside.
Saute garlic in butter in a large skillet. Drain clams and add juice to skillet.
Bring to a boil.
Cook over medium heat for 7 minutes.
Add clams and cheese.
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until cheese melts.
Pour sauce over linguini; add parsley and toss gently.
Serves 4.