Ingredients

  • 4 agnolotti filled with lobster and asparagus (available fresh or frozen at Venda Ravioli and other upscale Italian Markets)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 Rhode Island Littleneck clams
  • 3 large shrimp, with heads still attached
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 small ripe tomato, diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley

Method

  • In a pot of boiling water, cook the agnolotti according to directions on the package.
  • In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil and add the minced garlic, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, clams and shrimp.
  • Once the clams have opened and the shrimp have turned pink in color, add the white wine and diced tomatoes.
  • Allow the wine to evaporate.
  • Finally, add the chopped parsley.
  • Drain the agnolotti and place on a serving dish.
  • Pour the sauce over the agnolotti.
  • Serve with salt and pepper for individual seasoning.
  • This dish can easily be doubled.