How to Make The Best Clam Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Clam sauce is a classic Italian dish that is beloved for its combination of fresh seafood, aromatic herbs, and rich tomato flavor. It's a versatile and satisfying dish that can be served as a main course over pasta, or as a delicious topping for bruschetta or garlic bread. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make the best clam sauce at home, using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried linguine
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic in hot oil until onions are translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain cans of minced clams, reserving1/2 of the juice.
  • Stir clams, reserved juice, butter, wine, salt, and pepper into onion mixture. Simmer until sauce has reduced by 1/3 and has thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Spoon clam sauce over linguine and serve.
  • Nutrition

    906 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 185mg
    • Sodium: 594mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 74g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 61g
    • Vitamin C: 44mg
    • Calcium: 192mg
    • Iron: 55mg
    • Potassium: 1453mg