This is my secret linguine and clam sauce recipe, and I think it is the best linguine and clam sauce EVER. Of course, it probably is not so secret now that I have published it here. Well that’s ok. Good things are meant to be shared with others. This sauce smells SO good!
This is a super cheap recipe but yet a very yummy meal. It is also QUICK and EASY to make!
Ingredients
- 1 can of minced or chopped clams (drain and set aside juice) – We usually go with the chopped because my husband and some like the bigger chunks of clams. I prefer the minced but there is always a little of that in a can of chopped clams.
- 1 onion – Use a very large onion if you plan on doubling the recipe.
- 3 garlic cloves chopped
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp. oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- Old Bay Seasoning (sprinkle to taste)
- splash of white wine – This is my secret ingredient. It adds a certain something to the sauce.
- olive oil
Directions
- Chop onion and saute in olive oil on a medium to medium high heat and get a good browning action going to carmelize those onions and make them sweet.
- Add chopped garlic about 3-5 minutes before the onions are done.
- Add a splash of white wine and boil on high for about 1-2 minutes stirring constantly.
- Add clam juice and all seasonings.
- Simmer on low for 5 minutes.
- Add clams and simmer another minute.
Serve over pasta. Stir-fried mixed vegetables is a FANTASTIC side for this meal! If you like cheese, try adding a little Parmesan over your pasta. This serves 2. If you want more, add an extra can of clams and be sure to use a large onion.
©2009 Recipe by Extraordinary in the Ordinary
