Clams Ala Genovese Recipe
Whole clams sautéed with olive oil and garlic with white beans, fresh tomatoes, and spinach, in a white wine sauce over linguini
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Linguini
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Clams
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 3
Add the Clams
Add the fresh clams to the skillet, followed by the white wine. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.
- 4
Incorporate Other Ingredients
Stir in the white beans, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are softened.
- 5
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
