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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Recipe Information
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
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
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.
Scrub the clams under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any clams that are cracked or do not close when tapped.
In a large, deep skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
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.
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.
Sprinkle in the parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
Serve the linguini with white clam sauce immediately, garnished with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.8 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 1798 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 150.5 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 143.0 mg | 794% | |
| Potassium | 2827 mg | 60% | |
*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.
