Conghilie with Clams, Mussels, and Broccoli Recipe

Name: Conghilie with Clams, Mussels, and Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound conghilie (small shells) pasta; 1 pound broccoli, cut into 1-inch florets (about 4 cups); 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound small littleneck clams, scrubbed; 1 pound mussels, debearded; 1 cup white wine; 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1 pound conghilie (small shells) pasta
1 pound broccoli, cut into 1-inch florets (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound small littleneck clams, scrubbed
1 pound mussels, debearded
1 cup white wine
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the pasta and cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add the broccoli to the pasta water and continue cooking until the pasta is tender but still firm to the bite, and the broccoli is blanched, about 4 minutes more.
4
Drain the pasta and broccoli, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
5
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, and saute for 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
7
Add the clams, mussels, and wine.
8
Cover and cook for 5 minutes, making sure all the shells have opened.
9
(Discard any shells that remain closed.)
10
Sprinkle with the parsley.
11
In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, broccoli, and shellfish.
12
Add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten, and toss to combine.
13
Transfer to a platter and serve immediately.

711

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound conghilie (small shells) pasta, 1 pound broccoli, cut into 1-inch florets (about 4 cups), 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Conghilie with Clams, Mussels, and Broccoli 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.

Conghilie with Clams, Mussels, and Broccoli

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