Linguine with Clams: 7 Secrets for Perfect Pasta Night!
This classic Linguine with Clams recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Linguine Pasta
- 2 lbs Fresh Clams Manila or littleneck
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 /4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin
- 1 /2 cup Dry White Wine Such as Pinot Grigio
- 1 /4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
- Red Pepper Flakes To taste
- Salt To taste
- Black Pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Scrub clams and soak in cold, salted water for 20 minutes to remove any sand.
- Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add clams and white wine to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until clams open. Discard any clams that do not open.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet with the clams. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce.
- Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.