Creamy Clam Sauce with Buttered Spaghetti

Old Spaghetti Factory’s Clam Sauce Recipe

Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Sauces
Keywords: Vegetable, Kid Friendly, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Servings: 6
Yield: 1 batch

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cans (6.5 oz each) chopped clams, juice reserved
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

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   • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
   • Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and celery.
   • Sauté until the vegetables are tender but not browned, about 3-4 minutes.

2. Make the Roux:

   • Sprinkle flour over the sautéed vegetables.
   • Stir well to combine, cooking for about 1 minute to form a roux.

3. Combine and Heat the Liquid Ingredients:

   • In another saucepan, combine the reserved clam juice (from the cans), half-and-half, salt, white pepper, and dried thyme.
   • Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is just below boiling.

4. Finish the Sauce:

   • Gradually add the heated half-and-half mixture to the roux in the first saucepan, stirring constantly.
   • Add the chopped clams (clam meat) from the cans into the sauce.
   • Continue to stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 3-4 minutes.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the clam sauce hot over your favorite buttered spaghetti noodles.
   • Garnish with generous portions of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 389.4
• Total Fat: 30.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 18.9g
• Cholesterol: 115.6mg
• Sodium: 593.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 13.8g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugars: 1.1g
• Protein: 15.2g

Recipe Notes:

This Old Spaghetti Factory’s Clam Sauce recipe is a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together. The combination of buttery roux, creamy half-and-half, and flavorful clams creates a rich and satisfying sauce that pairs beautifully with spaghetti. Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference, and enjoy this delicious homemade clam sauce in just 15 minutes!