Spaghetti With Clam And Vegetable Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Clam And Vegetable Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves; 1 stick butter; 2 c. drained minced or whole baby clams (canned), reserve juice; 3 celery stalks, chopped; 2 small zucchini, sliced thin; 4 green onions, chopped; 2 ripe, small tomatoes, chopped into coarse pieces; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 3 c. clam juice (use reserved juice plus bottled clam juice); 1 lb. spaghetti, cooked according to pkg. directions (al dente); fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves
1 stick butter
2 c. drained minced or whole baby clams (canned), reserve juice
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 small zucchini, sliced thin
4 green onions, chopped
2 ripe, small tomatoes, chopped into coarse pieces
1/2 c. chopped parsley
3 c. clam juice (use reserved juice plus bottled clam juice)
1 lb. spaghetti, cooked according to pkg. directions (al dente)
fresh grated Parmesan cheese

1
Mince the garlic cloves.
2
Place the garlic and butter in a large, heavy pot over low heat until the butter is melted.
3
Add drained clams, saving juice.
4
Simmer 5 minutes.
5
Add celery, zucchini, green onions, tomatoes and parsley.
6
Simmer 5 minutes. Add clam juice.
7
Taste for salt; you will probably not need it. If you do, add a trifle, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
8
Simmer the sauce until it has cooked down to a slightly thick consistency, at least 15 minutes.
9
Serve over spaghetti, with extra clam sauce on the side, to be added as wanted.
10
Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

354

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, 1 stick butter, 2 c. drained minced or whole baby clams (canned), reserve juice, 3 celery stalks, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Clam And Vegetable 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!

Spaghetti With Clam And Vegetable Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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