Linguini With Clam Sauce (red Or White) Recipe
Make Linguini With Clam Sauce (red Or White) Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Clam Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add the Clams
Add the fresh clams to the skillet and pour in the white wine (for white sauce) or crushed tomatoes (for red sauce). Cover the skillet and cook until the clams open, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet with the clam sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
