Clams Pasta Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the clams

   Rinse the clams under cold water to remove any sand or grit. Soak them in a bowl of salted water for about 30 minutes, then rinse again.

2. 2

   Cook the spaghetti

   In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.

3. 3

   Sauté garlic and clams

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the clams and cover the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until clams have opened.

4. 4

   Combine and serve

   Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the clams. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce. Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.