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Fettuccine with Clam Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cans (6.5 ounces each) chopped clams, drained, juice reserved
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chopped clams to the skillet and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the reserved clam juice and white wine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has slightly reduced.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta with the clam sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the fettuccine with clam sauce hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy!
Fettuccine with clam sauce is a classic Italian dish that originated in the coastal regions of Italy. This delectable pasta dish features long, flat fettuccine noodles smothered in a savory sauce made with fresh clams, garlic, white wine, and herbs. The dish has a rich history dating back to the traditional Italian fishing villages, where it was a staple among the locals. Renowned chefs like Lidia Bastianich and Mario Batali have popularized this dish in the United States, and it can be found on the menus of many Italian restaurants. For the best version of this dish, seek out restaurants in coastal regions known for their fresh seafood, such as the Amalfi Coast in Italy. The key to a perfect fettuccine with clam sauce lies in using fresh, high-quality clams and allowing the flavors to meld together to create a truly unforgettable dining experience.
35 min
4
450 calories
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