Linguine with White Clam Sauce

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Linguine with White Clam Sauce is a perfect meal for any weeknight and so easy for a dinner party. Canned clams provide great flavor and are so easy to use. No shucking and no sacrificing flavor.

The canned clams make this clam sauce so easy without sacrificing flavor and they are very affordable! The clam sauce is ready in about 15 minutes. Perfect over linguine. For a great low-carb meal serve over zoodles or roasted spaghetti squash.

I am just letting you all know, this is by far one of my family’s favorite recipes! To my HUBS, I know, linguine in red clam sauce is your personal favorite! I’ll soon share that recipe!

The kids have outnumbered you on this one. Everyone, please enjoy this easy white clam sauce.  By the way, both red and white clam sauces are divine, argue amongst yourselves!

White Clam Sauce

I live on Long Island and have access to amazing fresh clams. I have a son who can shuck a clam with the best of them!

Don’t get me wrong, I love fresh clams but guess what, this is my go-to, got to eat, need food now clam sauce. How could it not be, the sauce is easy and mouth-wateringly delicious!

My wallet loves this recipe.

Canned clams are a cost-effective way to enjoy clams. They have a great shelf life and they’re ready whenever you want to enjoy clam sauce.

Pair this pasta dinner with a simple salad and you’ll be one happy camper! Homemade clam sauce is fresh and flavorful. The clam sauce is ready in 10 minutes to make this a perfect quick and easy meal. You won’t need to buy a store made clam sauce again!

Can I use canned clams to make white clam sauce?

Yes, use canned clams to make the sauce. Canned clams are super easy to use and they are a kitchen staple. Your white clam sauce will be ready in minutes.

How can I add extra fiber to the recipe?

To add extra fiber in this recipe, use either whole wheat or high fiber pasta.

Can I freeze the sauce?

White clam sauce can be frozen. Place sauce in a plastic freezer-safe bag. Use the sauce within 3 months.

What type of wine do I use to make clam sauce?

A dry wine like Pinot Grigio adds the perfect flavoring to the light clam sauce.

Pro Tips for great White Clam Sauce

• Always salt the pasta water to add flavor to the pasta.
• Cook the pasta al dente, about 10 minutes.
• If you do not cook with wine, use bottled clam juice.(This would be in addition to the clam juice from the canned clams)
• Fresh parsley in the sauce is best. In a pinch, dried parsley works.

Enjoy these other recipes:

• Slow Cooker Manhattan Clam Chowder: Easy to prepare and the slow cooker does the rest.
• Shrimp Scampi: A delicious pasta dinner that takes just a few minutes to prepare.
• Sheet Pan Salmon and Brussels Sprouts: A sheet pan meal that is easy to prep and tastes delicious!

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Pair the linguine and sauce with an easy green salad with champagne vinaigrette. Another great side dish would be roasted asparagus with lemon!  Lemony Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad from Kristina at Spabettie is a simple easy salad with great flavors that will pair well with this pasta dinner.

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Linguine with White Clam Sauce

Linguine with white clam sauce in a delicious easy meal ready in under 30 minutes. Canned clams, white wine and fresh herbs over linguine or high fiber linguine makes for a delicious meal.

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: easy dinner

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 5 servings

Calories: 403kcal

Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine Note 1
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons light butter
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 26 ounces chopped clams the clam juice will be used
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped Note 2
• 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped Note 2
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Cook Linguine

• Cook linguine according to package directions. Set aside.

How to Make White Clam Sauce

• Drain the juice from the canned clams into a medium size bowl.
• In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt the olive oil and light butter.
• Add in the chopped shallot, saute about 3 minutes.
• Mix in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper for about 1 minute.
• Pour in the white wine, reserved clam juice and lemon juice.
• Cook another 5 minutes, stirring often.
• Add in the chopped clams, fresh parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook another minute.
• Taste sauce, reseason if needed.
• Toss with the cooked linguine and serve immediately.

Notes

Note 1: whole wheat, high fiber, or gluten-free pasta works.

Note 2:  If using dried herbs, use about 1 - 1 1/2 Tablespoons dried parsley and about 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.

Note 3: Nutritional value includes pasta.

Tips for Great Linguine with White Clam Sauce

• Always salt the pasta water to add flavor to the pasta. 
• Cook the pasta al dente, about 10 minutes. 
• If you do not cook with wine, use bottled clam juice.(This would be in addition to the clam juice from the canned clams)
• Fresh parsley in the sauce is best. In a pinch, dried parsley works.
• Nutritional value is estimated and can change based on ingredients and proportion size.

Nutrition

Serving: 5servings | Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 261mg | Potassium: 287mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 605IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 2mg

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