Served as main course. Non-vegetarian dish. Speciality: Occasion - Dinner Party.

Italian

3 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1 medium Onion, chopped

1 Clove Garlic, finely chopped

8 ounces Spaghetti

2 1/2 cups strained Tomatoes

1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste

1 teaspoon dried Oregano

1 Bay Leaf

1 teaspoon White Sugar

1 cup cooked, shelled Shrimp

1 1/2 cups cooked Clams

1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

2 Tablespoons Butter

Salt

Ground Black Pepper

Heat the oil in a lg frying pan and add onion and garlic. Fry over medium heat for 6-7 minutes, until onions have softened. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in lg saucepan of boiling salted water for 10-12 mins or until al dente. Stir the strained tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, bay leaf and sugar into the onions. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 2-3 mins. Add the shellfish and lemon juice. Stir well, then cover and cook for 6-7 minutes. Do not over cook. Meanwhile, drain the spaghetti when it is ready and add butter to the pan. Return spaghetti to the pan and toss in the butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the spaghetti with sauce spooned over it.

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 40 minutes

Serves: 4