Clam Scampi with Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Clam Scampi with Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 whole Little Neck Clams; 1 box Linguine; 1/2 cups White Onion; 4 cloves Garlic; 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1/2 cups Dry White Wine (or Stock); 1 teaspoon Sea Salt; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Herbes De Provence; 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

12 whole Little Neck Clams
1 box Linguine
1/2 cups White Onion
4 cloves Garlic
2 cups Cherry Tomatoes
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1/2 cups Dry White Wine (or Stock)
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Herbes De Provence
1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese

1
About 1/2 hour before cooking, let clams soak in a bowl of water.
2
Drain, rinse, and scrub any additional sand.
3
Set aside.
4
Boil water for 1 1b of linguine.
5
Chop onion and garlic.
6
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
7
Once water comes to a boil, add the pasta.
8
Add olive oil to a medium-sized sauce pan.
9
Saute garlic and onion until onion is translucent.
10
Add the butter until melted.
11
Add the wine, salt, pepper, and herbs.
12
Once the mixture comes to a boil, add the clams.
13
Cover and let cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until a majority of the clams are open.
14
Note: If 1 or 2 clams dont open, dont sweat it; let it cook for another 30 seconds or so and if it STILL doesnt open, just toss it.
15
Dont pry that sucker open.
16
Its a sad clam.
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Drain pasta and place it in a bowl with the cherry tomatoes and a dash of olive oil to keep it loosey goosey.
18
Pour clams and sauce mixture over the scampi.
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Mix and serve with some sprinkled parmesan cheese and pepper to taste.
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The great thing about this recipe is you can put as much or as little as you want of almost anything.
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More wine?
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Pour a bit in!
23
More clams?
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Go for it!
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Like cherry tomatoes?
26
Halve a few more!
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Think butter is for lovers?
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Add another chunk!
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P.S.
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If youre not into wine, chicken stock will work just as well.

176

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 whole Little Neck Clams, 1 box Linguine, 1/2 cups White Onion, 4 cloves Garlic, and more.

Yes, Clam Scampi with Cherry Tomatoes 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!

Clam Scampi with Cherry Tomatoes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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