INGREDIENTS
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4 pounds (about 50) fresh littleneck or Manila clams
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, sliced
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⅛ to 1/4 teaspoon pinch crushed red pepper flakes
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1 cup white wine
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1 cup chicken stock
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8 ounces cavatapi pasta (about 2 heaping cups)
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2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/2 lemon, zest and juice
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salt and freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
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extra virgin olive oil