Description
A classic Italian pasta dish featuring tender linguine tossed in a flavorful clam sauce made with minced and chopped clams, garlic, white wine, and crushed tomatoes, garnished with Romano cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe serves 6 and offers a comforting seafood meal perfect for any weeknight or special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (6.5-ounce) cans minced clams, drained
- 2 (6.5-ounce) cans chopped clams, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup water
For the Pasta and Garnish
- 1 pound linguine, cooked al dente
- Grated Romano cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
- Add clams and seasonings: Stir in the minced and chopped clams along with crushed red pepper flakes, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and dried parsley. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the clams are warmed through and the spices are well combined.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for about 2 minutes until it reduces slightly, enhancing the depth of flavor in the sauce.
- Add tomatoes: Stir in the crushed tomatoes and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Toss the hot cooked linguine with the clam sauce or spoon the sauce generously over the pasta. Garnish with grated Romano cheese and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Use good quality dry white wine suitable for cooking to enhance the sauce.
- Drain the canned clams well to avoid excess liquid diluting the sauce.
- Cook the linguine al dente according to package instructions for the best texture.
- Feel free to adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
