Treat yourself to Frank Occhino's linguine with Clams recipe. Featuring tender clams, aromatic garlic, and a splash of Gratsi White, it's a dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 5-6

Ingredients:

• 1 lb 8 oz linguine
•  6 tbsp salt
• 9 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 2 cans baby clams
• 1 lb fresh baby clams
• 1/2 cup Gratsi White Wine
• 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
• Handful of fresh Italian parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Boil Linguine: Begin by bringing a large 7-quart pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 6 tablespoons of salt to the water. Add the linguine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically around 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
   
   
2. Prepare Clam Sauce: In a preheated large skillet, add 9 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Stir in the thinly sliced garlic and chili flakes. Once the garlic turns translucent, add the 1 pound of fresh clams. Pour in the Gratsi White Wine and cover with a lid. Allow to steam for 3-4 minutes. Remove the lid and add in 2 cans of baby clams (drain the clam juice from the cans and reserve 1 can of clam juice for the sauce) add in some parsley and cover with lid steam for another 3-4 minutes.
   
   
   
   
3. Finish Clam Sauce: After 3-4 minutes, remove the lid and discard any clams that haven't opened. Add in the rest of chopped Italian parsley and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the sauce. Remove the fresh clams from the skillet and place them in a separate bowl.
4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the al dente linguine to the skillet with the clam sauce. Stir everything together until the linguine is well coated in the sauce.
   
   
5. Serve: Transfer the linguine with clam sauce to a serving bowl. Garnish with the reserved fresh clams on top and add additional chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes:
• For a richer sauce, you can add a pat of butter to the skillet before combining the linguine with the clam sauce.
• Adjust the amount of chili flakes according to your spice preference.
• Serve with crusty bread and a glass of Gratsi White Wine for a complete meal experience.

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