Linguini & Clams Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Linguini
Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the linguini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- 2
Clean the Clams
While the pasta is cooking, rinse the clams under cold running water to remove any sand or grit. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 3
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- 4
Add the Clams and Wine
Add the cleaned clams to the skillet, followed by the white wine. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open up. Discard any clams that remain closed.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the clams have opened, add the drained linguini to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- 6