Capellini With White Wine Clam Sauce Recipe

Name: Capellini With White Wine Clam Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 can flat fillet anchovy, drained; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 cup clam juice or 1 cup chicken stock; 1 (15 ounce) can fancy baby clams; 1 lemon, zested; 1 lb capellini; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves; black pepper; coarse salt

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 can flat fillet anchovy, drained
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup clam juice or 1 cup chicken stock
1 (15 ounce) can fancy baby clams
1 lemon, zested
1 lb capellini
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
black pepper
coarse salt

1
Cook pasta until almost al dente and drain pasta.
2
Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat.
3
Add extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan in a slow stream, red pepper flakes, garlic and anchovies. Cook until anchovies melt into the oil.
4
Add thyme and wine.
5
Reduce wine 1 minute.
6
Add clam juice or stock.
7
Stir in clams and lemon zest.
8
Add pasta to skillet and toss with sauce 2 to 3 minutes, until pasta is al dente and has absorbed some of the sauce and flavor.
9
Add parsley, pepper and salt, to taste.

401

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 can flat fillet anchovy, drained, and more.

Yes, Capellini With White Wine Clam Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Capellini With White Wine Clam Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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