lauttimur.com - If you're a fan of seafood and pasta, there's nothing quite as satisfying as a plate of perfectly cooked linguine or spaghetti smothered in a rich and flavorful clam sauce. This delightful culinary creation brings together the briny goodness of clams with the comforting embrace of a well-seasoned sauce, resulting in a dish that's sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here's a simple recipe for clam sauce to serve with pasta:
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Ingredients:
- 2 cans (6.5 oz each) of minced or chopped clams, drained, with juice reserved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 cup clam juice (reserved from the canned clams)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti (or pasta of your choice)
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
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Instructions:
- Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
- If using white wine, pour it into the skillet and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until it's slightly reduced.
- Add the clam juice and chicken (or vegetable) broth to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the lemon juice and the reserved minced clams. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the clams through.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Remember that the clam juice can be salty, so adjust the seasoning accordingly.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the clam sauce. Gently toss the pasta to coat it with the sauce.
- Serve the pasta in individual plates, sprinkled with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy your delicious clam sauce pasta!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding additional ingredients like chopped tomatoes, fresh basil, or a splash of cream for a creamier sauce.
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