How to Make Spaghetti with Clam Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting and satisfying about a big plate of spaghetti with clam sauce. This iconic Italian dish brings together the briny flavor of clams with the richness of a garlicky, herb-infused sauce, all tossed with perfectly al dente pasta. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress guests, spaghetti with clam sauce is a winning choice.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups jarred baby clams with juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ anchovy fillets
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ cup crushed croutons, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine cream, clams with juice, garlic, and anchovies in a large pot over medium heat; bring to a simmer and remove from heat. Add red pepper flakes and stir.
  • Beat egg yolk in a small bowl. Add one spoonful hot cream mixture to egg and stir. Repeat twice. Pour egg yolk mixture into cream mixture and stir.
  • Add cooked spaghetti to the cream mixture; stir to coat the pasta, cover the pot, and let sit until flavors combine and pasta soaks up some of the sauce, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and season with salt. Ladle pasta into bowls; top with croutons and basil.
  • Nutrition

    667 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 182mg
    • Sodium: 193mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 165mg
    • Iron: 18mg
    • Potassium: 591mg