Creamy linguine with clam sauce –Ah, linguine, the pasta that makes you feel fancy just by saying the name. Pair it with a creamy white clam sauce, and you have yourself a dish that could make a mermaid swoon! Let’s dive into this culinary adventure that’s as easy to whip up as it is to devour!
Linguine with Creamy White Clam Sauce
Ready to impress your taste buds and maybe even a date or two? Well, grab your apron (or your stretchy pants) because we’re about to cook something epic. Just remember, when in doubt, add more garlic!
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (6.5 oz) chopped clams, undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for that fancy garnish)
Instructions
- First, get a big pot of salted water ready to boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until it’s al dente – which means firm to the bite, or as we like to say, “there’s still a little life left in it.”
- While that pasta is getting its groove on, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss in the minced garlic. At this point, your kitchen will smell like heaven, so don’t forget to smile smugly as you cook.
- Once your garlic is all fragrant and ready to party, pour in the canned clams (juice and all). Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes. Seriously, the clam juice is going to be your new best friend – it’s where the flavor magic happens!
- Now, let’s take it up a notch! Stir in the heavy cream and let it bubble away for a minute. Then mix in the Parmesan cheese, stirring until it’s all creamy and dreamy.
- When your linguine is done, drain it and toss it right into the clam sauce. This is where the real fun starts – mixing everything together until the pasta is draped in that glorious sauce. Add salt and pepper to taste, because let’s be honest: who doesn’t love a good seasoning showdown?
- Plate it up, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and there you have it – a dish so good that you might just want to do a little victory dance in your kitchen. Serve immediately and watch your guests go wild!
There you go! A delightful plate of linguine with creamy white clam sauce that’s practically begging you to take a fork and dig in. Just don’t forget to invite some friends over, because let’s face it – food this good should never be enjoyed alone!