Creamy Pasta With Lots of Clams Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta With Lots of Clams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches Pasta; 460 grams Asari or Manila clams in their shells; 1 slice Bacon; 1 clove Garlic; 50 ml White wine; 10 to 15 grams Butter; 200 ml Heavy cream; 200 ml Milk; 1 Krazy Salt; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 1 Coarsely-ground black pepper, optional

Servings: persons

1
De-sand the clams and scrub clean.
2
Cut the bacon into small pieces.
3
Slice the garlic.
4
Start boiling the pasta.
5
Heat olive oil in a pan and saute the garlic.
6
When it's fragrant, take the garlic out.
7
Add the bacon to the pan and saute.
8
When it's a little crispy, add the clams, white wine and butter and cover with a lid to steam-cook until all the shells have opened up.
9
Take the clams out of the pan, leaving the liquid in.
10
(If you happen to remove some of the bacon along with the clams, don't worry about it!)
11
Add the fresh cream and milk to the pan and bring to a light simmer.
12
It will thicken a little.
13
Season with Krazy Salt.
14
It's OK if the sauce is just slightly thickened.
15
Don't let it thicken too much.
16
Drain the boiled pasta and put into the pan.
17
Add the clams back to the pan also, toss and it's done .
18
Adjust the seasoning if needed.
19
Transfer to serving plates.
20
It's also delicious with parsley or coarsely-ground black pepper on top.
21
This dish is packed with the umami from the clams!
22
The smooth creamy sauce is soo good!
23
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2264

kcal

Calories

230

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 bunches Pasta, 460 grams Asari or Manila clams in their shells, 1 slice Bacon, 1 clove Garlic, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta With Lots of Clams 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!

Creamy Pasta With Lots of Clams

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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