Creamy and flavorful pasta dish with a delicious white clam sauce

This pasta with white clam sauce recipe is perfect for seafood lovers. The combination of tender pasta and briny clams in a creamy sauce is simply irresistible. It's a quick and easy recipe that can be made in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 cans (10 ounces each) chopped clams, undrained
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Cook the linguine according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes until the wine has reduced by half.
4. Add the chopped clams with their juice to the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
6. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pasta is heated through.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

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