Best 13 Easy White Clam Sauce With A Kick Recipes

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If you're in the mood for a simple yet delicious pasta dish, look no further than this recipe for easy white clam sauce with a kick. This flavorful sauce is made with a combination of fresh clams, garlic, white wine, and crushed red pepper, and it's sure to please even the most discerning palate. Best of all, it can be prepared in under an hour, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY WHITE CLAM SAUCE (WITH A KICK)!



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A very spicy and garlicky but easy white clam (or any shellfish) sauce for pasta, but obviously the spice level can be altered. Even "toned down", it's absolutely delicious! Serve it with a crusty baguette and a salad - yum yum yum... and so, so easy!!

Provided by djlynnoleum

Categories     European

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (4 ounce) cans minced clams, drained, liquid reserved
4 -10 garlic cloves, minced (to taste)
1 large onion, chopped big
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pint whipping cream
hot pepper flakes (to taste, I use 2 Tbsp, you probably want less)
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
pasta, of your choice cooked al dente
shredded fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add onions and chile pepper flakes, and sweat until onion is soft (do not brown).
  • Add garlic and parsley and saute for another minute or two, until garlic aroma is apparent.
  • Add reserved clam juice, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Add whipping cream and simmer over low heat until hot, but do not let come to a boil.
  • Add drained clams and heat until warm. Do not overcook at this point or your clams will get tough and rubbery - cook just until until well heated.
  • Serve over pasta and top with shredded parmesan. Asiago works as well!
  • Enjoy with your crusty bread dipped in the juice!

LINGUINI WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 to 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tin flat fillet of anchovies, drained, 6 or 7 fillets
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, 4 or 5 sprigs stripped or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup clam juice or chicken stock
1 can (15 ounces) fancy whole baby clams
1 lemon, zested
1 pound linguini, slightly undercooked, about 6 to 7 minutes
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
Lots of black pepper and some coarse salt
Crusty bread, for mopping

Steps:

  • Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan in a slow stream, red pepper flakes, garlic and anchovies and cook until anchovies melt into the oil. Add thyme and wine. Reduce wine 1 minute. Add clam juice or stock, clam juice will give the dish a stronger clam flavor, chicken stock will give it a buttery personality. Stir in clams and lemon zest. Drain pasta. Add to skillet and toss with sauce 2 to 3 minutes, until pasta is al dente and has absorbed some of the sauce and flavor. Add parsley, pepper and salt, to your taste and serve with bread for mopping up remaining juices.

LINGUINE WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Linguine with White Clam Sauce is one of Anne Burrell's favorite "happy foods." Get this simple recipe from Secrets of a Restaurant Chef on Food Network.

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Extra-virgin olive oil
9 cloves garlic, smashed
5 dozen littleneck clams, scrubbed under cold running water
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup water
1 large pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound linguine
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped oregano leaves
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, optional, plus shavings for garnish
Kosher salt
Big fat finishing extra-virgin olive oil (high quality)

Steps:

  • Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and add half the garlic cloves. Bring the pan to a medium- high heat and cook until the garlic becomes golden brown. When the garlic is golden brown and very aromatic, remove it and discard, it has fulfilled its garlic destiny. Put 3 1/2 dozen clams in the pan with the wine and 1/2 cup of water. Cover the pan and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Cover and cook until the clams open, about 10 minutes. Remove the clams from the pan and reduce the cooking liquid. Let the clams cool slightly, then remove them from the shells and reserve. Discard the shells. Pour the cooking liquid into a measuring cup.
  • Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil over medium heat.
  • Coat the same saute pan again with olive oil and add the remaining garlic cloves and a large pinch of crushed pepper flakes. Bring the pan to a medium-high heat and cook until the garlic becomes golden brown. When the garlic is golden brown and very aromatic, remove it and discard, it has fulfilled its garlic destiny. Add the remaining raw clams and reserved clam cooking liquid to the pan. When adding the reserved clam liquid, be sure to check for sand and grit in the bottom, you may lose the last couple of tablespoons of juice but that is better than sand in your pasta! Cover and cook until the clams open.
  • While the clams are cooking, drop the linguine into the salted boiling water and cook until the pasta is very "al dente" maybe a minute or so less than the box directs.
  • Remove the cooked clams in their shells from the pan and keep warm. Add the butter and cooked clams that have been removed from their shells back to the pan. Bring the liquid to a boil and toss in the cooked pasta and the herbs. Cook the pasta together with the sauce until the sauce clings to the pasta. Turn off the heat and toss in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, if using, and finish with a drizzle of big fat finishing oil. Toss or stir vigorously to combine.
  • Divide the pasta into serving dishes and garnish with the clams that are still in their shells and a little more shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, if desired.
  • This won't make you want to clam up!

LINGUINE WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dry linguine or spaghetti
Kosher salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup water
36 little neck clams, scrubbed
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground pepper
Grilled bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and season generously with salt. Boil the pasta until al dente, tender but still firm.
  • While the pasta cooks make the clam sauce. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook until softened but not browned, about 3 minutes. Add the pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds more. Add the wine and water and increase the heat to high. Add the clams, cover, and cook, shaking the pan periodically, until all the clams are opened, about 6 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and add to the clam sauce. Add the parsley and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide among heated bowls and serve immediately.

WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Make and share this White Clam Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SLColman

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (8 ounce) cans minced clams
1/4 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup chopped parsley
2 tablespoons white wine (optional)
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Drain juice from clams, reserving juice.
  • In 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, in hot oil, cook garlic until tender.
  • Stir in reserved clam juice and remaining ingredients except clams; cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in drained clams; cook sauce just until clams are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.6, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 151.9, Sodium 650.4, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 58.4

SPAGHETTI WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Great dinner for a Friday night.

Provided by ANGCHICK

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice
1 pound spaghetti
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, brown garlic in olive oil over medium heat. Stir in butter or margarine and seasonings until butter or margarine is melted. Add clams with some of their liquid; heat through.
  • Drain pasta. Toss spaghetti with clam sauce, and top with grated Romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.8 calories, Carbohydrate 90.7 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 39.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 198.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SPECIAL WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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This is not a regular white clam sauce. Italian cookbook author Marcella Hazan adds butter and Parmesan to this famous clam sauce, a combination rarely used in other Italian clam dishes. The result is sensational!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     European

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (14 ounce) can of chopped clams
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped shallot
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4-1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup finely chopped italian flat leaf parsley, plus more,for serving
1/4 cup coarsely grated parmesan cheese, plus more,for serving
1 1/2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Reserve clam juice and strain it through a fine sieve.
  • In a medium sauce pan, combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the shallots.
  • Place over moderate heat and saute, stirring frequently, until the shallots are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon of the red pepper flakes and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the wine and bring to a boil over moderate heat.
  • Cook until reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the reserved clam juice and boil over moderate heat until reduced by about one-third, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Taste and add 1/4 teaspoon more red pepper flakes, if you like.
  • Reduce the heat to low, stir in the clams, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in 1/4 cup of the parsley and 1/4 cup of the grated Parmesan.
  • Stir in the butter until it melts.
  • Pour sauce over cooked linguine and toss.
  • Sprinkle with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese and serve right away.

WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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Most white clam sauces have butter in them, but a healthier (and just as tasty!) option is to simply use a little bit of olive oil and the clam juice in the can. You'll love this recipe just as much as those butter laden ones, or at least I do. Clams are high in iron too!

Provided by Stephanie Z.

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans minced clams
2 tablespoons parsley
2 -3 garlic cloves, pressed
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Saute the onion in olive oil for about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic. If you don't have a garlic press, chop it finely. I love garlic and usually use 3 cloves, but you may only want two.
  • Add in remaining ingredients and simmer 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve over linguine or your favorite pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.9, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 92.1, Sodium 210.5, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 45.4

WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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BE SURE TO HAVE CRUSTY BREAD ON HAND TO DIP IN THE WONDERFUL GARLICY BUTTER SAUCE. QUICK AND EASY COMFORT FOOD AT ITS BEST.

Provided by BoxOWine

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter (UNSALTED PREFERRED)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic (MORE IF YOU LOVE GARLIC)
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams, undrained
1/2 cup bottled clam juice
2/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram, crumbled (OPTIONAL)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons lemon juice (OPTIONAL)
hot cooked pasta (LINGUINE OR ANGEL HAIR WORKS BEST)
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • MELT BUTTER WITH OLIVE OIL IN LARGE HEAVY SKILLET OVER MEDIUM HEAT.
  • ADD GARLIC AND SAUTE ABOUT 1 MIN.
  • QUICKLY BLEND IN FLOUR WITH WIRE WHISK.
  • GRADUALLY STIR IN REMAINING INGREDIENTS.
  • COOK OVER MEDIUM LOW HEAT, STIRRING CONSTANTLY UNTIL SAUCE IS SLIGHTLY THICKENED.
  • PLACE COOKED PASTA IN INDIVIDUAL SERVING DISHES.
  • SPOON CLAM SAUCE OVER PASTA.
  • SERVE.
  • PASS GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE.

LINGUINE WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE II



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A light clam sauce served over linguini noodles. Healthy, too!

Provided by Karena

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package linguini pasta
3 (8 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup chopped parsley
2 tablespoons white wine
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook linguini pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • In a large skillet saute the garlic in the olive oil. Add the liquid from the clams, parsley, white wine, basil, and salt and stir well. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir in clams until heated through.
  • Toss cooked and drained linguini pasta with the clam sauce and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 43.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 392.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

LINGUINE WITH GARLICKY WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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This is a great and tasty recipe I'm sure you will enjoy. Check seasonings to taste. This has a heavy garlic and wine taste. When using a cooking wine do not add salt because there's salt already in the cooking wine. You can try sherry in place of the white wine. Top with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Provided by Eugene Caccaitore

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 anchovy fillets
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (10 ounce) cans whole baby clams, drained and juice reserved
⅓ cup white wine

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook anchovies in the skillet until they dissolve into the oil, about 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until it is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Melt butter into the anchovies mixture. When the butter begins to bubble, stir parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into the butter mixture; cook to soften the parsley, about 1 minute.
  • Pour wine and about 3/4 of the reserved clam juice into the skillet. Place a cover on the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Bring liquid to a simmer; add clams and continue to cook until the clams are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour clam sauce over linguine to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 140.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 585.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE



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This is an easy, inexpensive, white clam sauce. Try it over any kind of pasta; lemon pepper linguine is especially tasty. Extend the sauce for larger portions by adding in one half cup of chicken broth.

Provided by Dorothy Rinaldi

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Clams

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice
¼ cup butter
½ cup vegetable oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon dried parsley
ground black pepper to taste
¼ tablespoon dried basil
1 (16 ounce) package linguini pasta

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Combine clams with juice, butter, oil, minced garlic, parsley, basil, and pepper in a large saucepan. Place over medium heat until boiling. Serve warm over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.3 calories, Carbohydrate 84.6 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 42.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 37.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 189.6 mg

LINGUINI WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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This clam sauce is very creamy and there is no butter in it. I get requests for this all the time.

Provided by Betty Sozio

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
1 ½ cups milk
2 tablespoons white wine
½ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft and translucent. Stir in flour, then the reserved clam juice. Gradually blend in the milk. Stir in wine and parsley. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens. Mix in the clams. Spoon over cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744.4 calories, Carbohydrate 98.4 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 294.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh clams: Fresh clams will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use frozen clams, but be sure to thaw them before using.
  • Don't overcook the clams: Clams only need to be cooked for a few minutes, or they will become tough and chewy. Keep an eye on them and remove them from the sauce as soon as they open.
  • Use a good quality white wine: The white wine you use in your sauce will make a big difference in the flavor. Choose a dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Add some spice: If you like your sauce with a little kick, add some red pepper flakes or crushed red pepper. You can also add some chopped garlic or shallots for extra flavor.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta: White clam sauce is traditionally served with linguine, but you can use any type of pasta that you like. Spaghetti, fettuccine, and penne are all good choices.

Conclusion:

White clam sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying sauce that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a new pasta recipe to try, give white clam sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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