Was going to prepare a pasta dish this evening using ricotta that was in the fridge; however, it had been there too long.
No ricotta, time for plan "B", developed on the fly.
-------------------------------------------------------------------- Plan "B" from the warped mind and inclined galley of Lew Hodgett
Ingredients:
1, 2 oz Can, Anchovy fillets in oil
2, 6 oz Can, chopped clams with juices
4, Cloves, Garlic, chopped.
1, 12 oz, Penne pasta
1, 8 oz Cup, Frozen peas
1, 8 oz Cup, Parmesan grated cheese
3 Tbl, Dried Basil
1 Tbl, Butter
Directions: Heat anchovies and oil in a skillet, breaking anchovies apart.
Add clams with juices and garlic.
Bring to a simmer, then shut off heat.
Prepare penne according to directions, boiling for about 5 minutes, then add frozen peas.
Allow pasta to return to boil and boil for an additional 2 minutes.
Drain pasta/pea mixture, then return to pot.
Drain skillet mixture over pasta/pea mixture, then add basil, butter and parmesan grated cheese.
Toss evenly and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.