In large pot of salty boiling water cook linguine to package directions. Cook until aldente.
In large skillet over medium heat add olive oil.
Add into hot oil the pepper flakes, cooking for one minute to impart their flavor to oil.
Add in red bell pepper and cook for about two minutes. Push them to the side in pan and add garlic.
Cook garlic for 30 seconds, not allowing it to brown.
Add in clams with their juice. Reduce liquid one quarter, add butter to finish sauce. Then add cooked, drained linguine.
Toss in crumbled bacon.
Toss in parsley and set aside off heat.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In large casserole dish add linguine.
Mix panko, cheese and bacon fat together making sure it doesn't clump. Sprinkle over linguine.
Cook 15-20 or until cheese mixture turns golden brown.
Serve nice and hot. Enjoy!
Recipe by taylor68too.
SQUEEZE FRESH LEMON JUICE OVER AND OH MY, YUM!
I read reviews and had the liquid only reduce for 1/4 instead of 1/2. Hope this keeps it moist and delicious for future cooks.:-)
