Quick & Easy Fettuccine With Mushroom-Clam Sauce
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Quick & Easy Fettuccine With Mushroom-Clam Sauce recipe, perfect for those busy evenings when you crave a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With a combination of tender clams, savory mushrooms, and aromatic garlic, all simmered in a luscious sauce, this dish promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🍽️
Keywords: European, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy 🕒🍳
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 421.8
- Fat Content: 16g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 100.2mg
- Sodium Content: 780mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 41.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.4g
- Protein Content: 24.6g
Ingredients:
- 2 cans of clams
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8-10 ounces fettuccine pasta
- Parsley, for garnish
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | While cooking the fettuccine noodles to your desired doneness, prepare the sauce. |
| 2 | Drain the clams, ensuring to reserve the liquid for later use. |
| 3 | In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the butter (or margarine) over medium heat until it melts and begins to bubble. |
| 4 | Add the garlic cloves to the melted butter and sauté until golden brown, infusing the butter with their aromatic flavor. |
| 5 | Pour in the dry white wine, along with the reserved clam juice, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. |
| 6 | Allow the sauce to simmer for approximately 5 minutes, or until it reduces to a slightly thickened consistency, measuring just over half a cup. |
| 7 | Reduce the heat to low and add the canned clam soup, drained clams, and grated Parmesan cheese to the saucepan, stirring well to combine. |
| 8 | Let the sauce simmer gently until heated through, stirring occasionally to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed and heated. |
| 9 | Once the sauce is ready, serve it generously over the cooked fettuccine noodles, ensuring each portion is generously coated with the flavorful sauce. |
| 10 | Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices for a vibrant pop of color and additional burst of flavor. |
| 11 | Serve immediately, accompanied by a side salad and warm slices of sourdough bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures in every bite! |
Note: For an extra touch of freshness, consider adding some chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving. You can also customize this dish by incorporating your favorite seafood or substituting ingredients to suit your preferences. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting meal, this Quick & Easy Fettuccine With Mushroom-Clam Sauce is sure to impress with its simplicity and depth of flavor. Bon appétit! 🍝🐚🍋
