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Clam and Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine

Baby Clam & Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine

This vibrant seafood pasta features tender linguine tossed in a rich and savory clam sauce enhanced with juicy baby clams and succulent garlic butter shrimp. The delicate blend of garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley elevates this dish to five-star restaurant quality, perfect for an impressive yet easy-to-make dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Italian-American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Jar Delallo Red Clam Sauce
  • 1 lb Linguine or your favorite pasta 1 package
  • 8 Oz Baby clams canned, jarred, fresh rinsed & drained
  • 8 Oz Large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter 1/2 stick
  • 4 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 Cup White wine optional
  • 1/4 Tsp Crushed red pepper flakes optional, for a bit of heat
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Garlic Butter Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the white wine (if using) and simmer for 1-2 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
  2. Stir in the Delallo Red Clam Sauce, baby clams, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked linguine and garlic butter shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and shrimp in the sauce.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve
  1. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or a light salad. Enjoy!