Randy’s Garlic, Clam, and Roasted Tomato Linguine

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Randy's Garlic, Clam, and Roasted Tomato Linguine Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 garlic cloves
1 1/2 lbs mixed red and yellow tomatoes , quartered
1/4 cup green olives , of your choice halved and pitted
6 tablespoons olive oil , divided
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper , divided
12 ounces dry linguine
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cans baby clams , drained and liquid reserved

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
523
Sugar
7g
Fat
27g
Randy's Garlic, Clam, and Roasted Tomato Linguine is a delicious pasta dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. The combination of roasted tomatoes, garlic, and clams creates a flavor explosion that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is easy to make and is sure to impress your family and friends. The addition of white wine adds a touch of luxury to this simple dish, making it perfect for a romantic dinner as well. Serve it with a side salad or some garlic bread for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.Add the garlic, mixed tomatoes, and green olives to a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with fine sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper. Toss everything together, then spread out on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven until the tomatoes have burst and the garlic is golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
3.Cook the linguine according to package instructions and drain when done.
4.Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil and red chili flakes in a large skillet over medium heat until fragrant, add the dried oregano and cook for 1 minute. Add the white wine, clam juice, and reserved liquid from the canned clams and stir to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until reduced by half.
5.Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, along with the roasted garlic, tomato, olive mixture, drained baby clams, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss everything together, and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
6.Divide among plates and serve immediately.

PROS

This garlic, clam, and roasted tomato linguine dish is full of flavor.

It is quick and easy to make, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

The clams provide a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

CONS

This dish does contain some saturated fat.

It is essential to drain the canned clams or rinse them before use as they contain a lot of sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The addition of clams makes this dish an excellent source of protein, iron, and B vitamins.
Clams are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining a healthy heart and brain. Garlic has been linked to reducing cholesterol levels and may also have some antibacterial properties. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C and other antioxidants, which help to protect your body from free radicals.

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