Name: Linguine with Herb Broth and Clams
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed; 2 medium tomatoes, cored, chopped; 3 cups dry white wine; 1 cup (or more) water; 3 pounds Manila clams or small littleneck clams, scrubbed; 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano; 2 pinches of dried crushed red pepper; 8 ounces linguine

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The pasta is extra flavorful because it's cooked in the herb broth. Serve with warm rustic bread.

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