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Linguine with Clam Sauce
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Linguine and clams is a classic Italian dish. Fresh clams or canned clams can be used in this recipe. Whichever you choose, it is always delicious.
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| 1 lb Fresh-cut Egg Linguine |
| 0.75 cup pure olive oil |
| 2 small cans chopped clams in juice OR 2 dozen fresh clams and 1 bottle of clam juice |
| 0.25 cup fresh garlic, chopped |
| 0.25 tsp dried oregano |
| 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes |
| 0.5 tsp kosher salt |
| 2 Tbsp freshly chopped parsley |
| 2 Tbsp butter, if desired |
Linguine with Clam Sauce Directions
- In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped garlic and the crushed red pepper flake; sauté until the garlic is golden in color.
- Add the clam juice and the chopped clams to the skillet.
- If using fresh clams, cover the skillet and bring the sauce to a low simmer. Cook the clams for 1-2 minutes until each clamshell opens.
- Add the dried oregano and the salt and bring the sauce to a low simmer.
- Cook the linguine in boiling salted water to al dente, 2 minutes.
- Once the linguine is finished, drain well and add to the skillet with the sauce.
- Add the butter and the freshly chopped parsley. Sautee for one additional minute.
- Serve immediately.
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