WHOLE WHEAT PASTA WITH SMOKED CLAMS AND FIDDLEHEADS

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Fiddleheads give this dish nice texture and lots of visual appeal. Make sure to boil them a minimum of 10 minutes, as there is a history of undercooked fiddleheads leading to unpleasant endings to an otherwise nice evening. The smoked clams add a unique flavor.

Provided by donnacim

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup fiddleheads, ends trimmed
½ (16 ounce) package whole-wheat spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 (3.75 ounce) cans smoked clams, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons dry white wine
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place the fiddleheads into a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. The water will turn brown. Drain, and set aside.
  • While the fiddleheads are boiling, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the garlic until fragrant, then stir in the smoked clams. Stir in the drained fiddleheads, white wine, and salt. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Toss with spaghetti, and serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 407.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Rowaid jan
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This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more spices next time.


Tanjara Bartley
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I loved this dish. The fiddleheads and whole wheat pasta were a great addition.


Gita Kumari
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal.


Mannat Grewal
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and satisfying.


BK Rupawathi
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Md Al Ameen
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Prince G
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids loved the fiddleheads and the pasta.


Jason Childers Gaming Channel
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a unique and flavorful combination that I would definitely recommend.


Habibullah roonjha
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Shaneel Naidu
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the fiddleheads pairs perfectly with the smokiness of the clams.


Thomas Rainbow
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.


Robanye Robanyte Deep
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are fantastic. I highly recommend it!


Aneeq Ansari
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I've never had fiddleheads before, but I really enjoyed them in this dish. They have a unique texture and flavor that I found very appealing.


Patriot Kadriu
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover smoked clams. I also added some fresh herbs from my garden, which really brightened up the flavors.


Atziri Uc
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I'm not a big fan of clams, but I loved this dish. The fiddleheads and whole wheat pasta really complemented the briny flavor of the clams.


Eli is Funny
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The finished dish is simply delicious!


Emzee78
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I love the smokiness of the clams and the earthiness of the fiddleheads. This dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of spring.


Sunnari Airi
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This pasta dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of smoked clams, fiddleheads, and whole wheat pasta created a savory and flavorful meal that was both hearty and healthy.