Spaghetti with Clams

1. 1

   Soak the clams in cold salted water for 1 hour.

2. 2

   Drain, then scrub well, discarding any clams that do not close when tapped.

3. 3

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, heat 3 tbsp oil and 1 garlic clove in a large frying pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring often, about 4 minutes until pale gold.

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   Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a bowl.

7. 7

   Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.

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   Meanwhile, heat the remaining 5 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan with the remaining garlic and the hot pepper over medium heat.

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   Cook until the garlic turns gold.

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    Add the clams and the wine.

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    Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, shaking the pan often, until all the clams have opened.

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    Remove the lid, increase the heat to high, and boil for 2 minutes.

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    Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.

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    Drain the spaghetti, add to the clams, and toss to combine.

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    Transfer to individual bowls and sprinkle each with toasted bread crumbs.

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    Serve hot, with more olive oil passed at the table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.