Linguine with Clams in Saffron Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 2

Yield: 2 servings

Linguine with Clams in Saffron Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound small fresh clams scrubbed clean

1 cup white wine

2 teaspoons chopped garlic

1 (10 ounce) container BUITONI® Refrigerated Alfredo Sauce or Light Alfredo Sauce

½ teaspoon saffron strands*

1 (9 ounce) package BUITONI® Refrigerated Linguine

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Pasta and Noodle

Directions

Step 1

Steam clams with wine and garlic in covered medium saucepan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes or until clams open. Drain clams reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.

Step 2

Heat sauce reserved cooking liquid and saffron in small saucepan over low heat for 5 minutes. Stir until blended and saffron imparts a yellow color to sauce.

Step 3

Prepare pasta according to package directions.

Step 4

Top pasta with sauce and clams. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Linguine with Clams in Saffron Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:2

Calories: 1152.4

% Daily Value *

Protein: 66.9g 134%

Carbohydrates: 94.2g 30%

Dietary Fiber: 5.1g 21%

Sugars: 5.9g

Fat: 43.6g 67%

Saturated Fat: 24g 120%

Cholesterol: 292mg 97%

Vitamin A Iu: 1385.2IU 28%

Niacin Equivalents: 21.9mg 168%

Vitamin B6: 0.4mg 26%

Vitamin C: 45.1mg 75%

Folate: 280.3mcg 70%

Calcium: 203.4mg 20%

Iron: 54.3mg 302%

Magnesium: 105.4mg 38%

Potassium: 1460.8mg 41%

Sodium: 868.6mg 35%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 28%

Calories From Fat: 392.8

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.