Best 13 Linguine With Clam Sauce Recipes

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"Linguine with clam sauce" is a classic Italian dish that has become beloved worldwide. The combination of tender linguine pasta, fresh clams, and a flavorful sauce made with white wine, garlic, and herbs, makes this a delightful and satisfying meal. Whether you prefer a simple preparation with just a few ingredients, or a more elaborate version with additional seafood or vegetables, there's a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for "linguine with clam sauce", ranging from quick and easy weeknight dinners to special occasion feasts. So, gather your ingredients, get ready to cook, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe for your next "linguine with clam sauce" adventure!

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

LINGUINE WITH CLAMS



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Linguine with clams in a garlicky white wine sauce makes an easy and elegant Italian pasta dinner.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
1 pound linguine
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup finely chopped shallots, from 2 shallots
6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc (see note)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 pounds Littleneck clams (40 to 45), scrubbed
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon lemon zest, from 1 lemon, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, from 1 lemon, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • In large pot over high heat, bring 4 quarts of water and 2 tablespoons of kosher salt to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package directions until just shy of al dente (the pasta should still be firm to the bite since it will cook another minute or two in the sauce).
  • Meanwhile, in a very large sauté pan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add the shallots and garlic and sauté until just golden, about 30 seconds. Add the wine, red pepper flakes, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, clams, and ¼ cup of the parsley; bring to a simmer and cook, covered, until the clams open, 6 to 8 minutes. Discard any unopened clams.
  • Reserving ½ cup of the cooking water, drain the linguine in a colander (do not rinse). Add the pasta to the sauté pan with the clams. (If you don't have room for everything in one pan, transfer the clams to a plate and cover to keep warm. When ready to serve, add them back to the pasta on a serving platter). Increase the heat to medium and cook the linguini with the clams, tossing occasionally, until the pasta absorbs most of the sauce and is just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. If necessary, add some of reserved cooking water to keep moist. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley; toss to coat. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, lemon zest and/or lemon juice, if necessary. Transfer to a serving dish or bowls and serve.
  • Note: When cooking with wine, select a bottle that is inexpensive (under $10) but still good enough to drink. Avoid "cooking wines," which are salty and include additives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627, Fat 22 g, Carbohydrate 67 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 3 g, Sodium 920 mg, Cholesterol 61 mg

LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE



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Make and share this Linguine with Clam Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lightly Toasted

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams (drained, reserve liquid)
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 lb cooked linguine

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet over menium heat.
  • Add onion and chopped garlic and cook till the onion is tender.
  • Add clam juice to skillet and add all the seasonings.
  • Simmer over low for 5 minutes.
  • When pasta is ready, add clams, and remove from heat.
  • Pour sauce over drained pasta, toss together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.5, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 20.7, Sodium 65.7, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.2, Protein 18

LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE



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Purists may object, but canned clams are a great weeknight pantry stalwart. When fresh ones are out of reach, or when you've decided you need a briny fix, the canned clam is reliable no matter the season. This recipe calls for dry vermouth, which adds a subtle herbaceous layer of flavor. (Vermouth has a long shelf life when stored properly, and it's great to have on hand to make a last-minute pan sauce.) Canned clams are already salty, so be mindful of oversalting the pasta water or the sauce. The dish is finished with lemon zest for brightness and butter for silkiness. The best part? The whole thing can be on the table in the same amount of time it takes to boil water.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, seafood, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound linguine or other long pasta, such as linguine fini or spaghetti
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving (optional)
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
2 (10-ounce) cans whole baby clams with their juices
Black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons lemon zest (from 1 to 2 lemons)
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until 2 minutes short of al dente (it will finish cooking in the sauce). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
  • While the pasta cooks, make your sauce: Heat the oil in a deep-sided 12-inch skillet over medium. Add the garlic, red-pepper flakes and oregano and cook until the garlic is pale golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the vermouth and simmer until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the clams with their juices and cook until just warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes more. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Add the cooked pasta directly to the skillet along with the butter and lemon zest and toss until the butter has melted and the pasta is glossy with sauce. If needed, add 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Stir in half the parsley.
  • Serve pasta topped with a drizzle of olive oil, if desired, and the remaining parsley. Serve lemon wedges alongside if you like.

LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound linguine
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Two 10-ounce cans chopped clams, drained, juice reserved
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup white wine
Juice of 1/2 lemon, plus lemon slices, for garnish
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package directions for al dente. Be careful not to overcook; the pasta should have plenty of bite to it. Drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter. (Using both olive oil and butter allows you to heat the mixture at a higher heat before it starts to brown.) Add the clams and garlic and stir together. Cook for 3 minutes. Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Cook until the sauce is reduced and less watery, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and stir to melt. Reduce the heat and squeeze in the lemon juice. Pour in the cream and sprinkle in the parsley. This is a very decadent dish! Add some salt and freshly ground black pepper, then stir well and taste for seasoning. Add a splash of reserved clam juice if the sauce needs thinning. Cook over low heat until heated through, about 3 minutes more.
  • Pour the pasta into a serving bowl. Pour on the sauce straight from the skillet, including all the luscious juice, and toss to combine. At this point your kitchen smells like heaven. Top with freshly grated Parmesan and garnish with lemon slices.

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 CLAM SAUCE



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Nothing beats fresh clam sauce, unless you're hungry and have only your pantry to work with. This version of a favorite is made entirely out of the kitchen cupboard, with the exception of flat leaf parsley, which I most always have on hand.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound linguini
Salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan
6 fillets flat anchovies, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine, 2 turns of pan
1 (15-ounce) can whole baby clams, with their juice
Handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and the linguini and cook to an extra chewy al dente, 7 minutes or so. The linguini will continue to cook in sauce, later. To a large skillet heated over medium heat, add oil, anchovies, garlic, thyme and red pepper flakes. Cook together until anchovies melt into oil and break up completely. Add wine to the pan and give the pan a shake. Add clams and their juice. Drain pasta and add it to the clam sauce. Toss and coat the pasta in sauce with clams until the pasta absorbs the flavor and juices, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt, add parsley and serve.

LINGUINE WITH SPICY CLAM SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Basil     Clam     Summer     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped jalapeño chili
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 6.5-ounce cans chopped clams
1/2 cup whipping cream
12 ounces linguine, freshly cooked
6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, chili and oregano to skillet. Sauté until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add clams with their juices and cream. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4 minutes. Add pasta and 4 tablespoons basil; toss until sauce coats pasta, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

LINGUINE WITH CLAM SAUCE



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Provided by Stanley Tucci

Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté     Dinner     Seafood     Clam     Boil     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound linguine
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry white wine
18 littleneck or chowder clams
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian, flat leafed parsley

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta, following the package instructions, until al dente.
  • 2. Meanwhile, warm 1/2 cup of the olive oil in a high-sided saucepan set over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and allow it to cook away slightly, about 1 minute. Add the clams and their juice, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the broth froths to a level of 1 to 2 inches. Remove from the heat. Stir in the parsley. Drain the pasta and toss in a serving bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Distribute evenly among six dinner plates. Top with equal portions of the sauce, and serve immediately.

LINGUINE WITH GARLIC CLAM SAUCE



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I've tried other clam linguine recipes over the years, but this is our favorite. I usually keep the ingredients on hand.-Perlene Hoekema, Lynden, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) linguine
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in butter and oil until fragrant. Stir in flour until blended. Drain clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. , Gradually stir juice into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add the clams, cheese and parsley. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Drain linguine; serve with clam sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Fat 38g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED LINGUINE WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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This recipe is easy and takes less than 20 minutes. It's one of my weekend favorites and has been a family tradition for years.

Provided by Maine-iac

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small diced onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
3 cans minced/chopped clams, with juice
1 teaspoon parsley
parmesan cheese
1 lb linguine or 1 lb thin spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a 5 qt pot, heat water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente.
  • While the pasta is cooking, melt butter and olive oil in pan.
  • Sautee onion and garlic, and add crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Add lemon juice, oregano, basil, and Old Bay seasoning, stir for one minute Add clams with juice.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and place in large bowl.
  • Cover pasta with clam sauce, stir well and top with parsley and parmesan cheese.
  • Serve with warm crusty bread and chilled white wine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 795.1, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 90.3, Sodium 1435.2, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 48.4

CLAM SAUCE WITH LINGUINE



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This is a super fast and easy recipe. One of my favorites. Even my kids love it. Though sometimes I use 1 1/2 pounds of noodles. Fettuccine can also be used. Tastes even better with fresh baked rolls or French bread and a garden salad. For the special occasion have a nice glass of red wine with it.

Provided by Silvia Granger

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Clams

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
½ cup butter
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams with juice
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

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.
  • Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and mushrooms until golden brown. Stir in clams with juice, parsley, salt and white pepper. Cook over medium heat until hot. Toss with pasta until evenly coated. Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 795.4 calories, Carbohydrate 92.7 g, Cholesterol 127.2 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 43.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 939.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

LINGUINE WITH HERBED CLAM SAUCE



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This impressive pasta looks and tastes so much like fancy restaurant fare that you'll want to serve it to guests. But the recipe is easy enough to prepare just about anytime. -Carolee Snyder, Hartford City, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (10 ounces) whole baby clams
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) minced clams
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
Dash pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
Hot cooked linguine
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Drain baby and minced clams, reserving juice; set clams and juice aside. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until tender. Add parsley and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. , Add drained clams; saute 2 minutes longer. , Combine cornstarch and clam juice until smooth; stir into skillet with wine or broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the basil, pepper and cayenne. Serve sauce over linguine; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

LINGUINE WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE



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From your kitchen, tested and approved in ours. One of our Danish fans, Henrik Dan Jensen, perfected this classic meal and says, "White wine, my special ingredient, adds a tiny spark to the sweet clams."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt
12 ounces linguine
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 pounds small clams (50 to 55), such as Manila, rinsed and scrubbed
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta 1 minute less than package instructions for al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta. Set aside.
  • While pasta cooks, heat oil over medium in a Dutch oven or 5-quart heavy pot with a lid. Add onion, garlic, and red-pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add wine, and bring to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
  • Add clams; cover, and simmer, shaking pot occasionally, until clams open wide, 3 to 5 minutes. (Discard any that havent opened after 5 minutes.)
  • Add pasta to clam mixture in pot; continue to cook until pasta is al dente, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in butter and parsley. Add some reserved pasta water to thin sauce if necessary; season with salt.

Tips:

  • Use fresh clams: Fresh clams will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, frozen or canned clams will also work.
  • Soak the clams: Soaking the clams in cold water for 30 minutes will help to remove any grit or sand.
  • Don't overcook the clams: Clams only need to be cooked for a few minutes, or they will become tough and rubbery.
  • 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 enjoy drinking.
  • Add some red pepper flakes: Red pepper flakes will add a bit of spice to your sauce. If you don't like spicy food, you can omit this ingredient.
  • Serve with crusty bread: Linguine with clam sauce is the perfect dish to serve with crusty bread. The bread can be used to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Linguine with clam sauce is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of fresh clams, white wine, and garlic, this dish is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give linguine with clam sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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