Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsBarcelona Restaurant-Wine BarClams Ala Genovese Recipe

Clams Ala Genovese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5

    Combine with Pasta

    Add the cooked linguini to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

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