Ingredients for - Linguine With Clams

1. Kosher salt
2. 12 oz. linguine
3. 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
4. 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
5. 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
6. Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
7. 2 dozen littleneck clams (about 2 lb.),  scrubbed
8. 1/2 c. dry white wine
9. Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
10. Freshly ground black pepper 

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.