Spaghetti Vongole

Directions

1. 1
   In a large pot over medium heat cook the garlic cloves in olive oil until golden, about 1 minute.
2. 2
   Add the chili-pepper flakes, clams and wine.
3. 3
   Cover the pot and steam until the clams open, about 5 to 7 minutes.
4. 4
   Strain, reserve the broth and set the clams aside to cool.
5. 5
   Boil the spaghetti in well-salted water until tender.
6. 6
   While it is cooking, take the clams from the shells.
7. 7
   Discard the shells.
8. 8
   Put the reserved clam broth in a large saucepan over medium heat.
9. 9
   When it is boiling, add the lemon juice, the parsley and the reserved clams.
10. 10
    Add salt and pepper to taste.
11. 11
    Add the spaghetti, toss and serve.