Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) linguine
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2 lbs (900 g) fresh clams, scrubbed
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4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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½ cup dry white wine
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
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Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
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Prepare the clams: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
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Add wine and clams: Pour in white wine and red pepper flakes. Add clams, cover, and cook for 5–7 minutes until clams open. Discard any that remain closed.
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Combine pasta and sauce: Add drained linguine to the skillet along with reserved pasta water. Toss to coat in the sauce.
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Finish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve with lemon wedges.
