Steamed Clams Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

bacon, garlic, basil, & beer served w/ garlic bread

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Clams
Place the clams in a bowl of cold water and let them sit for 30 minutes to an hour. This helps them expel sand. Rinse the clams under cold running water to remove any debris.
2
Cook the Bacon
In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the pot and place it on a paper towel to drain. Reserve the bacon fat in the pot.
3
Sauté Garlic
Add minced garlic (from the 4 cloves) to the pot with the reserved bacon fat. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4
Add Clams and Beer
Add the cleaned clams to the pot along with the beer. Stir gently to combine, then cover the pot with a lid. Steam the clams for about 5-7 minutes, or until they have opened up. Discard any clams that remain closed.
5
Add Basil and Bacon
Chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and add it to the pot along with the fresh basil leaves. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7
Prepare the Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread in half lengthwise. Spread the softened butter evenly over both halves.
8
Season the Bread
Sprinkle garlic powder over the buttered bread. Optionally, you can add a pinch of salt or fresh parsley for extra flavor.
9
Bake the Garlic Bread
Place the prepared bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.