Clam Sauce – Red Or White Recipe
(Red or White Sauce)
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the clams
Rinse the clams under cold water to remove any sand or grit. Discard any that are open or damaged.
- 2
Cook the sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add the clams
Add the cleaned clams to the skillet and pour in the white wine (for white sauce) or marinara sauce (for red sauce). Cover and let cook for about 5-7 minutes until the clams open.
- 4
Finish the sauce
Once the clams have opened, remove the lid and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve the clam sauce over your choice of pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
