Linguine with Clams Bacon and Tomato
Indulge in the perfect harmony of surf and turf with this Linguine with Clams, Bacon, and Tomato recipe—a coastal Italian-inspired dish elevated by smoky bacon and sweet bursts of cherry tomatoes. Fresh clams are steamed in a fragrant blend of garlic, dry white wine, and red chili flakes, creating a luxurious sauce that perfectly coats al dente linguine. Crispy, thick-cut bacon adds a savory crunch, while a bright finish of fresh parsley and zesty lemon elevates every bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it piping hot for a restaurant-quality meal that celebrates bold, vibrant flavors. Keywords: linguine with clams, bacon and tomato pasta, seafood pasta recipe, Italian linguine dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 pounds clams (fresh, cleaned)
- 4 slices bacon (thick-cut, diced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave 2 tablespoons of the rendered bacon fat in the skillet and discard the rest.
Add olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat and heat over medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
Add the cleaned clams to the skillet, along with the white wine and red chili flakes. Increase heat to medium-high, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the cooked bacon, reserved pasta water, and drained linguine. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Add chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to taste. Toss again to combine all the flavors.
Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.4 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 828 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 5470 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.6 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 292.0 g | 584% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1099 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 274.3 mg | 1524% | |
| Potassium | 7668 mg | 163% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
