Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce recipe

4 servings

1/2 cup olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice

1 pound spaghetti

2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, brown garlic in olive oil over medium heat.

Stir in butter or margarine and seasonings until butter or margarine is melted.

Add clams with some of their liquid; heat through.

Drain pasta.

Toss spaghetti with clam sauce, and top with grated Romano cheese.