Clam Spaghetti with Garlic Butter

Name: Clam Spaghetti with Garlic Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Butter; 16 oz Chopped Clams; 0.5 cup Diced Onion; 0.5 lb Dry Pasta; 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley; 3 whole Garlic; 3 oz Grated Parmesan Cheese; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 2 cups Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹 High-Protein 💪Comfort-Food Pescatarian 🐟

Clam Spaghetti with Garlic Butter pairs tender pasta with briny chopped clams in a rich butter and olive oil sauce, layered with sweet sautéed onions and fragrant garlic. Fresh parsley brightens each bite, while a shower of Parmesan adds a salty, nutty finish. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual dinner party when you want something elegant yet comforting.

Prep15 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm. Drain.
2

Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in the onion and the garlic, and cook for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
3

Add the clams and stir frequently for 3 minutes, or until the clams are lightly browned.
4

Stir in the parsley, olive oil, and the reserved clam juice mixed with enough water to make 2 cups of liquid.
5

Increase the heat and bring to a low boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6

Serve over pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.