Indulge yourself in the delectable flavors of Italy with our collection of Pasta with White Clam Sauce recipes, meticulously designed for Weight Watchers. These tantalizing dishes are not only bursting with the essence of the sea, but also incredibly Weight Watchers friendly, allowing you to savor the goodness of pasta without compromising your wellness goals. Dive into the symphony of flavors created by fresh clams, aromatic herbs, and a symphony of spices, all harmoniously blended in a luscious white sauce that will leave you craving for more. Discover a variety of recipes, each catering to different preferences, including options with linguine, spaghetti, and even a gluten-free alternative. Embark on a culinary journey that satisfies your taste buds while keeping you on track towards a healthier lifestyle.
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WW PASTA WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE - 7 PTS
Make and share this Ww Pasta With White Clam Sauce - 7 Pts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by teresas
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Drain clams, reserving juice.
- Set clams and juice aside.
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add garlic; saute' 2 minutes or until golden (do not allow to burn or garlic will be bitter).
- Add reserved clam juice, bottled clam juice, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes; bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 3 minutes.
- Add clams and lemon juice; cook 3 minutes or until clams are thoroughly heated.
- Combine pasta and clam sauce in a large bowl.
- Add chopped parsley, lemon rind, salt, and pepper; toss well.
- Spoon 1 cup pasta into each of 6 individual shallow bowls, dividing clam sauce evenly.
- Sprinkle 2 tsp Parmesan cheese over each serving.
PASTA WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE
This quick and easy meal is sure to please. My family enjoys this recipe with angel hair pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
Provided by Nancy Nicholas
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Clams
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Begin preparing pasta. While preparing pasta, saute onions and garlic in olive oil. Add all ingredients except can of clam sauce. Heat on medium. Once mixture is heated, reduce heat to medium low and add clam sauce. Heat slowly.
- Once pasta is done, combine with sauce mixture and garnish with parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 100.5 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
PASTA WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Yield 5 to 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put up 6 quarts of water to boil in a large pot.
- Open the chowder clams, making sure to catch all the clam juice. Mince the clams and reserve them. Measure the juice; it should come to about 2 cups. If it doesn't, make up the difference with bottled clam juice. Then add 1/2 cup water, making 2 1/2 cups liquid in all.
- Pour the olive oil into a wide heavy pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for 4 to 5 minutes or until the garlic just starts to turn gold. Add a little clam juice to loosen the garlic then add the rest of the 2 1/2 cups. Raise heat.
- Salt the boiling water lightly and add the capellini, stirring well. Cook until just al dente, about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Simmer the clam juice in its pot for two minutes. Raise heat and add the Manilla clams. Cover. Within two minutes or so, their shells should swing open; remove the Manilla clams from the pot and place them in a bowl. Turn heat to low under clam juice in pot and add the reserved, raw, minced clams. Cook very gently for 1/2 minute.
- The pasta should be done at this point. Spill the pasta into a colander and place the cooking pot over a low flame. Return the pasta to the cooking pot. Add 2/3 of the clam juice, plus the liquid that has collected in the bowl of Manilla clams. Add 3 tablespoons of the minced parsley. Stir to blend, about one minute. Divide pasta among 5 to 6 individual pasta bowls and top with the remaining clam juice, the remaining parsley, and the Manilla clams. Serve immediately.
SPAGHETTI WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE
Great dinner for a Friday night.
Provided by ANGCHICK
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Clams
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, brown garlic in olive oil over medium heat. Stir in butter or margarine and seasonings until butter or margarine is melted. Add clams with some of their liquid; heat through.
- Drain pasta. Toss spaghetti with clam sauce, and top with grated Romano cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.8 calories, Carbohydrate 90.7 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 39.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 198.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SPAGHETTI WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE
Toss and serve this easy white clam sauce with spaghetti! Perfect when you want dinner to be ready in 25 minutes!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook garlic in butter about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light golden. Stir in 2 tablespoons parsley and the clams. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes.
- Drain spaghetti. In large bowl, pour sauce over spaghetti; toss. Sprinkle with additional parsley and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/4 cups), Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1 g
PASTA WITH WHITE CLAM SAUCE
Garlic and oregano enhance the seafood flavor of this delicious main dish. "An Italian friend of my mom's passed on the recipe to her, and I began preparing it when I was 14," writes Kelli Soike of Tallahassee, Florida. "For convenience, it can be made in advance...and leftovers are just as good."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. In a saucepan, saute garlic and anchovies in oil for 3 minutes, breaking up anchovies. Stir in the clam juice, clams, water, oregano, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until sauce is reduced by half. Drain pasta; toss with clam sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 874mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the most succulent clams, choose littlenecks or Manila clams. Ensure they are alive and tightly closed before cooking.
- Use a large pot to accommodate the clams and cooking liquid. This will prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- When cooking the clams, cover the pot tightly. This will help the clams steam and open quickly.
- Be patient when waiting for the clams to open. It may take a few minutes, but it's worth the wait for perfectly cooked clams.
- If you have any unopened clams after cooking, discard them. They are not safe to eat.
- To enhance the flavor of the sauce, use a good quality white wine. A dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, works well.
- For a creamy sauce, add a little heavy cream or milk at the end of cooking. However, be careful not to overcook the sauce, as this can cause it to curdle.
- Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, acidic flavor.
- Serve the pasta with the clam sauce immediately. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil for a pop of color and freshness.
Conclusion:
This Weight Watchers-friendly pasta with white clam sauce is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With its succulent clams, flavorful sauce, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. And with only 7 PointsPlus per serving, it's a great way to enjoy a delicious meal without breaking your diet.
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