How to Make Spaghetti and Clams - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of seafood and pasta, then you're in for a treat with this classic dish - Spaghetti and Clams. This Italian-inspired recipe is a fantastic way to bring the taste of the sea to your dinner table, and it's surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Clams are the star of this dish, and for good reason. These tender, briny shellfish add a unique flavor and texture to the spaghetti, cr...

Read more

Ingredients

  • ½ pound uncooked pasta
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans chopped clams, drained with juices reserved
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • water
  • 1 (3 ounce) package freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Add clams, stirring frequently for 3 minutes, or until clams are lightly browned. Stir in parsley, olive oil, and reserved clam juice mixed with enough water to equal 2 cups liquid.
  • Increase heat and bring to a low boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    558 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 126mg
    • Sodium: 540mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 354mg
    • Iron: 33mg
    • Potassium: 793mg