Linguine and Clam Sauce

Linguine and Clam Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    396

Embrace the simplicity of coastal flavors with this delightful linguine dish, where tender pasta meets a fragrant clam sauce. A quick and satisfying meal that brings the taste of the sea to your table.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    71 g
  • Cholesterol
    76 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    32 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    185 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    24 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine olive oil and butter. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Add the crushed garlic and cook until fragrant, being careful not to burn it, about 1 minute. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Pour in the reserved clam juice and chopped parsley. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the drained clams to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the cooked linguine to the saucepan with the clam sauce. Toss to coat, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Stir in 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, with additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired. (1 minute)

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine to the sauce along with the clam juice.
Fresh clams can be used in place of canned clams. Steam them open and use their broth for the sauce.
Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle kick to the dish.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 132 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Kamille Mayer

    Simple, quick, and satisfying. Will definitely make again.

  • Jettie Hermiston

    I added a little white wine, as suggested, and it was amazing!

  • Kole Zieme

    I used fresh clams, and it was worth the extra effort!

  • Michael Boyer

    Better than any restaurant clam sauce I've had!

  • Murl Bayerlehner

    The parsley really brightens up the dish. Don't skip it!

  • Aimee Bechtelar

    This was so easy and delicious! My family devoured it.

  • Antone Bahringer

    I doubled the recipe for a larger crowd, and it worked out perfectly!

  • Mervin Becker

    I accidentally burned the garlic, but it was still pretty good! I'll be more careful next time.

  • Jerald Lakin

    The sauce was a bit thin for my liking, but adding some pasta water fixed it perfectly.

  • Rocky Heller

    A classic recipe, done right!

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