Linguini With White Clam Sauce Recipe

Name: Linguini With White Clam Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 6 -7 anchovy fillets, drained; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup clam juice or 1/2 cup chicken stock; 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans clams, undrained; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 lb linguine, slightly undercooked, about 6 to 7 minutes; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves; black pepper, lots; some coarse salt; crusty bread, for mopping

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
6 -7 anchovy fillets, drained
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup clam juice or 1/2 cup chicken stock
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans clams, undrained
1 lemon, zest of
1 lb linguine, slightly undercooked, about 6 to 7 minutes
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
black pepper, lots
some coarse salt
crusty bread, for mopping

1
Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat.
2
Add extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan in a slow stream, red pepper flakes, garlic and anchovies and cook until anchovies melt into the oil.
3
Add thyme and wine. Reduce wine 1 minute.
4
Add clam juice or stock, clam juice will give the dish a stronger clam flavor, chicken stock will give it a buttery personality.
5
Stir in clams and lemon zest.
6
Drain pasta.
7
Add to skillet and toss with sauce 2 to 3 minutes, until pasta is al dente and has absorbed the sauce and flavor.
8
Add parsley, pepper and salt, to your taste and serve with bread for mopping up remaining juices.

345

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Carbs

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 4 -6 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 6 -7 anchovy fillets, drained, and more.

Yes, Linguini With White Clam 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!

Linguini With White Clam Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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