Pasta With Clam Sauce Recipe

Name: Pasta With Clam Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 pound fettuccini pasta; 1/2 large head broccoli, cut into florets; 3/4 cup butter, divided; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 pint heavy cream; 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained

Servings: persons

1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound fettuccini pasta
1/2 large head broccoli, cut into florets
3/4 cup butter, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 pint heavy cream
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained

1
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook mushrooms and bell pepper in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Steam broccoli in colander over pasta water, or in steamer, until bright green, 5 to 10 minutes.
3
Toss cooked pasta with 1/4 cup butter, Parmesan, oregano, parsley, garlic powder and black pepper. Cover and set aside to keep warm.
4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Dump in flour all at once and whisk until smooth. Whisk in cream and chicken broth a little at a time and cook until mixture thickens. Stir in clams and reserved broccoli, mushrooms and bell pepper. Heat through and toss with pasta. Serve at once.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced, 1 green bell pepper, diced, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 pound fettuccini pasta, and more.

Yes, Pasta With 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.

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Pasta With Clam Sauce

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