Linguini With Clam Sauce

Linguini With Clam Sauce

A simple, yet timeless classic.

CAL/SERV :

476

PREP TIME :

20 MINS

YIELDS :

4 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

20 MINS

INGREDIENTS
  • 12 oz whole-wheat linguini
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp garlic, minced (about 2–3 cloves)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 C low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 C canned whole clams, undrained
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, minced (or 2 tsp dried)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp butter

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. In a 4-quart saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add linguine, and cook according to package directions for the shortest recommended time, about 9 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.  Add garlic, and cook gently until it begins to soften, about 30 seconds. Do not brown.
  4. Add lemon juice and chicken broth.  Bring to a boil.
  5. Add clams, along with liquid, parsley, salt, pepper, and butter.  Simmer just until heated through, about 1–2 minutes. Do not overcook.
  6. Strain the linguine, then add the pasta to the saucepan with the clams and mix well. 
  7. Divide into four equal portions (each about 2½ cups), and serve.  

Tip: Lovely served with Grilled Romaine Lettuce With Caesar Dressing.

Nutrition (per serving):

Calories 476, Total fat 9 g, Saturated fat 3 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Sodium 262 mg, Total fiber 11 g, Protein 34 g, Carbohydrates 66 g, Potassium 681 mg.

 Courtesy of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute