Spaghetti alle Vongole

Spaghetti tossed with chopped clams, flavored with garlic, extra virgin olive oil and parsley is simply divine. This authentic Italian dish takes only a few minutes to prepare and will result in a delicious meal.

Course Fish and Seafood, Pasta, Seafood
Cuisine Continental

Servings 8 servings
Calories 2093.93 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 16 ounce(s) spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 5/8 cup(s) chopped clams with juice
  • 1/2 cup(s) finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 fresh parsley

Instructions

 

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add spaghetti, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the garlic 1 minute, until tender.
  • Mix in the clams and juice.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  • In a large bowl, toss the spaghetti with the sauteed clams, and chopped parsley.
  • Garnish with extra parsley sprigs to serve.
  • Prep time 10 min Cook time 25 min Ready in 30 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 2093.93kcalCarbohydrates: 330.58gProtein: 95.84gFat: 35.11gSaturated Fat: 3.73gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1638.97mgFiber: 16.48gSugar: 16.13g

Keyword Spaghetti, Vegetables
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