For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of butter to the sauce at the end. Fresh clams can be used instead of canned, but will require a longer cooking time. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spice. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for added freshness.
Pasta With White Clam Sauce
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS97
Transport yourself to the Italian coast with this simple yet elegant pasta dish. Delicate strands of pasta embrace a briny, fragrant white clam sauce, infused with garlic, white wine, and a hint of red pepper.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate71 g
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Cholesterol101 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein22 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium670 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 3 mins While the water is heating, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent. (3-5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Pour in white wine and lemon juice, allowing it to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce slightly. (2-3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 0 mins Stir in crushed red pepper flakes.
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Reduce heat to medium-low and add the white clam sauce. Heat gently, being careful not to boil. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 9 mins Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. (8-10 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
09 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the clam sauce. Toss to combine, adding a little pasta water if needed to create a smooth, emulsified sauce. (2 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese (optional) and a sprinkle of fresh parsley (optional).
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Patience Leuschke
Feb 16, 2025This recipe was so easy to follow and the result was delicious! My family loved it!
Kelley Champlin
Sep 27, 2024I used fresh clams instead of canned and it was amazing! It took a little longer, but it was worth it.
Doris Corkery
Sep 22, 2024I added a little bit of butter at the end as suggested and it made the sauce so creamy and rich.
Ellie Cremin
Aug 13, 2024I love how simple this recipe is, yet it tastes like something you'd get in a fancy restaurant!