Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce

Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    418

Transport yourself to the Italian coast with this classic Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce! A symphony of briny clams, fragrant garlic, and al dente pasta, this dish is quick, elegant, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor. Perfect for a weeknight indulgence or a sophisticated dinner party.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    91 g
  • Cholesterol
    81 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    40 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    198 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    37 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic. (2-3 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in butter, parsley, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and black pepper. Cook until butter is melted and the spices are fragrant, about 1 minute. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Add clams with their juice to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Drain the spaghetti and add it directly to the saucepan with the clam sauce. Toss well to coat, adding a little more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.

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06 Step

Recipe View Remove from heat and stir in grated Romano cheese.

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Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Romano cheese.

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine to the sauce along with the clams.
Fresh clams can be used in place of canned for an even more authentic taste. Steam the clams open, reserving the liquid, and chop the meat before adding to the sauce.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
Serve with a crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 139 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Don Feeney

    The garlic flavor really shines through in this dish.

  • Ellie Von

    The reserved pasta water is key to a creamy sauce!

  • Alanna West

    This recipe is a weeknight winner! So easy and flavorful.

  • Marcelle Wunsch

    Easy and fast to make with ingredients readily available in my pantry.

  • Lacey Schultz

    A classic dish done right! The balance of flavors is spot on.

  • Lola Torp

    I used fresh clams and it was amazing! Definitely worth the extra effort.

  • Ola Mckenzie

    My family loved this! I'll be making it again soon.

  • Vance Bayer

    I found it a bit bland, so I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick.

  • Mac Legros

    I added a squeeze of lemon at the end, as suggested, and it was perfect.

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