Recipe information
Ingredients for - Linguine With Clams
2. 12 oz. linguine -
7. 2 dozen littleneck clams (about 2 lb.), scrubbed -
9. Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving -
How to cook deliciously - Linguine With Clams
1. Stage
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pasta cooking liquid.
2. Stage
Meanwhile, in another large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic, parsley, and red pepper and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Stage
Add clams and wine. Cover pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook until clam shells open, 7 to 10 minutes. (Discard any unopened clams.)
4. Stage
Add lemon juice, linguine, and 1/4 cup pasta water, tossing frequently and adding more pasta water if needed, until glossy and warmed through, about 2 minutes; season with salt and black pepper.
5. Stage
Divide pasta among bowls. Serve with lemon wedges alongside.