Drunken Clams & Sausage Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Clams

   Start by rinsing the fresh clams under cold water to remove any sand and grit. Soak them in a bowl of fresh water for about 30 minutes to help expel any remaining sand.

2. 2

   Cook the Sausage

   In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Remove the sausage from its casing and crumble it into the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

3. 3

   Add Aromatics

   Add the minced garlic and diced shallots to the pot with the sausage. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the shallots are translucent.

4. 4

   Add Clams and Wine

   Drain the clams and add them to the pot. Pour in the white wine, and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir everything together to combine.

5. 5

   Cook the Clams

   Cover the pot and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open up. Discard any clams that do not open.

6. 6

   Finish with Parsley

   Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the drunken clams and sausage hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.