Clams Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Clams
In a large bowl, soak the clams in cold water for about 20 minutes to help remove any sand or grit. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
2
Chop the Garlic and Parsley
Finely chop the garlic cloves and roughly chop the fresh parsley leaves. Set aside.
3
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half and set it aside for later use.

4
Sauté the Garlic
In a large pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5
Add the Wine and Seasoning
Pour in the dry white wine and add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
6
Add the Clams
Add the cleaned clams to the pot. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed.
7
Finish the Dish
Once the clams are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Squeeze the juice from one half of the lemon over the clams and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
8
Serve
Serve the clams hot with the remaining lemon half for extra flavor. Enjoy with some crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.