Jul 14 2026
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Linguine Alle Vongole Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Fresh clams in the shell sautéed with white wine and garlic tossed with linguine pasta

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Clams

    Soak the fresh clams in cold water for at least 30 minutes to help them expel any sand. Rinse under cold running water and scrub the shells to remove any dirt.

Cooking Linguine

  1. 2

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 3

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.

  2. 4

    Add the Clams

    Add the cleaned clams to the skillet, along with the white wine and red pepper flakes. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 5

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the clams. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the mixture seems dry. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  2. 6

    Finish with Parsley

    Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

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