Here’s a recipe that Minnesotan Steve Hoffman perfected while living with his family in the small village of Autignac, France ...

Linguine with clam sauce is a classic Italian pasta dish with roots in Naples that immigrants brought to America, where it became a beloved staple. Not only is the perfectly al dente linguine ...

Anchovy paste is also a revelation - so useful for adding that little touch of savoury flavour to simple pasta dishes like this. Scrub the clams, discarding any that stay open when tapped sharply.

When the clams have opened, discard the garlic and any empty clam shells. Add the drained pasta to the pan along with the remaining 6 tablespoons olive oil and the parsley. Cook over medium heat ...