Linguine With Clams Sauce Recipe

Name: Linguine With Clams Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; ⅓ cup minced shallot (or onions); 2 large minced garlic cloves; ½ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 3 (6 ounce) cans clams; 8 ounces clam juice; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (optional); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lb linguine (or shells)

Servings: persons

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wide skillet and add shallots/onions and garlic.
2
Cook about 5 minutes, until they soften.
3
Add red pepper flakes and clam juice from cans plus extra juice.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil and boil rapidly to reduce it to about 1 cup.
5
Cook pasta until it is just about firm in the middle (8 minutes).
6
When sauce is reduced to 1 cup, it will be a little more viscous but still thin.
7
Add clams, 1/4 cup parsley and 1/4 cup Parmesan (optional) and butter to teh sauce adn stir quickly.
8
Toss on a platter with pasta.
9
Sprinkle with more cheese and parsley.

231

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, ⅓ cup minced shallot (or onions), 2 large minced garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Linguine With Clams 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!

Linguine With Clams Sauce

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