Spaghetti With Clam Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Clam Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces spaghetti or 10 ounces linguine; 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided use; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 ounces mixed mushrooms, finely chopped (optional); 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams, including juice from 1 can; 1/16 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning; 2 teaspoons fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons white wine; 1/2 lemon, juice of; fresh ground black pepper; 1 bunch fresh Italian parsley, coarsely chopped (or less, if you prefer)

Servings: persons

10 ounces spaghetti or 10 ounces linguine
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided use
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 ounces mixed mushrooms, finely chopped (optional)
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams, including juice from 1 can
1/16 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 teaspoons fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons white wine
1/2 lemon, juice of
fresh ground black pepper
1 bunch fresh Italian parsley, coarsely chopped (or less, if you prefer)

1
Start water to boil for pasta.
2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium high heat in a small or medium saucepan.
3
Add garlic and saute until softened, a few minutes. Add mushrooms (if using), clams, and juice from one of the cans of clams. Turn heat to high.
4
Add red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, oregano, wine, and lemon juice. Let simmer on high until at least three fourths of liquid has evaporated, about 10-15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, cook pasta until it is al dente.
6
Drain pasta. Add pasta back to empty pot (off heat) and coat with 1/2 tablespoon of oil.
7
Take sauce off heat. Add black pepper to taste, and parsley.
8
Immediately add half of the sauce to the pasta and toss.
9
Plate pasta, top with other half of sauce, and serve.

257

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces spaghetti or 10 ounces linguine, 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided use, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 4 ounces mixed mushrooms, finely chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Spaghetti 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spaghetti With Clam Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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