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5 from 6 votes

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.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian-American
Keyword linguine and clams, linguine with clam sauce, white clam sauce with canned clams
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 5 servings
Calories 403kcal
Author Eileen Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound linguine Note 1
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallot, peeled and finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ½ large lemon, juiced
  • 26 ounces chopped clams Note 2
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped Note 2
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped Note 2
  • lemon slices optional garnish
  • Parmesan cheese optional garnish
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Instructions

Linguine

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Set aside.
  • While the linguine is cooking make the clam sauce.

How to Make White Clam Sauce

  • Open the canned clams. Drain the juice from the clams into a medium-size mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt the olive oil and butter.
  • Add in the chopped shallot, saute for about 2 minutes, to soften and release the flavors.
  • Mix in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper for about 30 seconds to blend flavors.
  • 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 black pepper. Cook another minute.
  • Taste the sauce for seasoning, if needed, reseason the sauce.
  • Toss with the cooked linguine and serve immediately.
  • Serve immediately. Top with additional fresh parsley, oregano, and lemon wedges.

Notes

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Depending on the appetites of your family, this recipe can serve between 4-6 people. 
Note 1: whole wheat, high fiber, or gluten-free pasta works.
Note 2: Diced clams are my preferred choice for this recipe. If you only have whole clams, I suggest chopping them into smaller pieces. 
Note 3:  If using dried herbs, use about 1 - 1 ½ Tablespoons dried parsley and about 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.
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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