Spaghetti Alla Vongole Recipe
manila clams tossed in a rich white wine broth, crushed red peppers, basil, garlic and spaghetti pasta
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
- 2
Prepare the Clams
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add Clams and Wine
Add the manila clams to the skillet. Pour in the white wine, cover, and cook until the clams open up, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.
- 4
Combine and Serve
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the clams. Toss well to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Stir in the chopped basil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
