Fresh Clam and Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: Fresh Clam and Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced; 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; One 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes; 2 cups bottled clam juice; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; Large pinch of saffron threads, crumbled; 1/4 pound thin spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces (1 cup); 2 pounds cockles or Manila clams, scrubbed; Three 1-inch strips of orange zest; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
One 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes
2 cups bottled clam juice
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Large pinch of saffron threads, crumbled
1/4 pound thin spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces (1 cup)
2 pounds cockles or Manila clams, scrubbed
Three 1-inch strips of orange zest
Freshly ground pepper

1
In a large soup pot, heat the 1/4 cup of olive oil until shimmering.
2
Add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic.
3
Cover and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the tomatoes and their juices, the clam juice, stock, wine, tomato paste and saffron and bring to a boil.
5
Add the pasta, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until barely tender, 6 minutes.
6
Add the cockles and orange zest and cook uncovered until the cockles open, about 3 minutes; discard the orange zest.
7
Season the soup with pepper, ladle it into bowls and drizzle with olive oil.

515

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced, 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Fresh Clam and Noodle Soup 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.

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Fresh Clam and Noodle Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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