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red clam sauce using canned clams

Linguine with Red Clam Sauce using Canned Clams (Gluten-Free)

Tammy OverhoffTammy Overhoff
This linguine with red clam sauce using canned clams is naturally gluten-free, comes together in under 30 minutes with simple pantry staples, and tastes every bit as good as the version you’d order in a restaurant. Don’t underestimate canned clams when used right; they make a rich, briny, perfectly seasoned red clam sauce that’s full of flavor. Toss it with your favorite gluten-free linguine (or spaghetti) for an easy, satisfying Italian dinner any night of the week.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 5 people
Calories 202 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 large knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Large skillet or sauté pan
  • 1 Wooden spoon or silicone spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb gluten-free linguine (or spaghetti, capellini, or fettuccine)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 medium cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 6.5 ounce cans chopped clams drained and juice reserved
  • 2 14.5-ounce cans of diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, just until fragrant.
  • Stir in the reserved clam juice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chopped clams and cook for another 5 minutes, just until heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Toss with pasta or serve the sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated cheese if desired.

Notes

This recipe serves between 4-5 people, depending on the amount of sauce you like.
Other notes:
  • Nutrition is calculated for the sauce only.
  • Red clam sauce is naturally gluten-free, just be sure to use gluten-free pasta.
  • The sauce is meant to be on the thinner side, not thick like a meat sauce.
  • Make ahead: Store in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. See the blog post for further make-ahead notes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 17gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 657mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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