Ingredients for Easy Linguine And Clam Sauce
- 1 pound linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Garlic Cloves
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Canned Clams
- White Wine
- Heavy Cream
- Parmesan Cheese
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How to Make Easy Linguine And Clam Sauce
- Open and drain two (10-ounce) cans of chopped clams, reserving the clam juice.
- Cook 1 pound of linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Sauté for 4 minutes, or until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Add the reserved clam juice and 1/4 cup of dry white wine (optional). Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Cook for 2 minutes, or until heated through.
- Add the chopped clams to the sauce and gently stir to combine.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked linguine and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
28 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
89g
Carbs
37g
