extreme flavors

2 dozen littleneck clams
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup bottled marinara sauce
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped scallions

Scrub clams well under cold running water. Place in microwave-safe dish with wine. Microwave on high 3 to 5 minutes until shells open. Discard any unopened clams.

Meanwhile, combine marinara, parsley and scallions. Spoon over clams. Microwave on medium-high for 2 minutes.

Yields 2 servings.