In a bowl, combine ground pork, fennel seeds, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Mix well and form into small sausage patties.

Cooking Clams and Beans

Cook the Sausage

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage patties and cook until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Dish

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Add white wine and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. Add cleaned clams and butter beans, cover, and cook until clams open, about 5-7 minutes.

Finishing Touches

Return the sausage to the skillet. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.

Herb Oil Preparation

Make the Herb Oil

In a blender, combine fresh basil and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Serving

Serve

Serve the sausage and clam mixture with herb oil drizzled on top and warm focaccia bread on the side.