Linguine with Clams

Linguine with Clams

Updated November 4, 2026

Clams with garlic, white wine, and parsley over linguine.

Linguine alle vongole is the Italian name. White version (bianco) is more traditional than red.

Littlenecks are best; Manila or cockles work too. No cheese - this is a firm rule in Italian cooking.

Cook time
40 min
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Ingredients

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  • Linguine
  • Littleneck clams, scrubbed
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Garlic cloves, sliced thin
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Dry white wine
  • Butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon
  • Salt

Instructions

Cook the pasta and start clams
Cook the pasta and start clams
Steam the clams and finish
Steam the clams and finish
Drizzle with oil
Drizzle with oil
Equipment: large skillet with lid

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