Spaghetti with Clams and Tomatoes
Spaghetti with Clams and Tomatoes is a delightful Italian dish that combines tender clams, al dente spaghetti, and a light, garlicky tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for bringing the amazing flavours to your table with minimal effort.
Spaghetti with Clams and Tomatoes is a delightful Italian dish that combines tender clams, al dente spaghetti, and a light, garlicky tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for bringing the amazing flavours to your table with minimal effort.
Servings 4 People
Ingredients
- 2 lbs clams fresh small
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the clams under cold water and scrub their shells to remove any dirt. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.2 lbs clams
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.12 oz spaghetti
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until the garlic is fragrant and golden, about 2 minutes.4 cloves garlic, 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. If using canned tomatoes, cook until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.1 pint cherry tomatoes
- Pour the white wine into the pan with the tomatoes and bring to a simmer.1/2 cup dry white wine
- Add the clams, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.2 lbs clams
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the clams and tomatoes. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a silky sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.salt, black pepper
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and drizzle with a bit more olive oil before serving.1/4 cup fresh parsley
- Serve Spaghetti with Clams and Tomatoes hot with a lovely chilled glass of white wine
Nutrition
Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 3mg