Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIozzo's Garden of ItalyBucatini & Clams Recipe

Bucatini & Clams Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

choice of red or white sauce, white wine, garlic, chili flake, herbs

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Bucatini

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Clams

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add red pepper flakes and stir for another 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add Wine and Clams

    Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Add the clams to the skillet, cover, and cook until the clams open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.

  4. 4

    Combine Pasta and Clams

    Add the cooked bucatini to the skillet. Toss well to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.

  5. 5

    Season and Serve

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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