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Clam Linguine

Clam Linguine is a comforting and impressive dish that combines tender pasta with briny clams, garlic, and white wine. It's perfect for any occasion and surprisingly easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 pounds fresh clams scrubbed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooking tongs

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, around 9-11 minutes.
  3. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the clams to the skillet, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the clams open.
  7. Once the clams have opened, add the drained linguine to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
  8. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon zest before serving.

Notes

Make sure to discard any clams that do not open during cooking.