Linguini with White Clam Sauce
Dive into the coastal charm of Italy with this classic Linguini with White Clam Sauce recipe—a perfect balance of briny, ocean-fresh clams and velvety, garlicky white wine sauce. Featuring tender linguini tossed with a luscious blend of extra virgin olive oil, melted butter, fragrant garlic, and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes, this dish is elevated by the delicate sweetness of freshly steamed clams. Finished with a sprinkle of bright parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this 35-minute recipe is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Ideal for a romantic dinner or a weeknight indulgence, this pasta pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine for a restaurant-quality dining experience right at home.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Linguini pasta
- 2 lbs Fresh clams (Manila or littleneck)
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0 Salt, to taste
- 0 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the cooked pasta aside.
Step 2
Scrub the clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped.
Step 3
In a large, deep skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer. Add the clams to the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked linguini to the pan along with the reserved pasta water. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Step 7
Sprinkle in the parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
Step 8
Serve the linguini with white clam sauce immediately, garnished with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1595.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2157.1 |
| Total Fat 95.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 382.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1797.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.3g | |
| Protein 150.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 566.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 143.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2827.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories