Steamed Clams on the Half Shell |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I couldn't find good fresh littleneck clams so the fish monger told me about these Northern Chef Clams. They are great! Farm Raised Clams on the half-Shell Pre-cooked-Quick frozen. They are all cleaned and purged to eliminate any sand. And processed over strict specifications. A Tai Foong Usa Inc product. And so very cheap! There's 24 clams in a package for $2.00. They are frozen so this can be kept in the freezer and whipped up for unexpected company! Servings are 2-6 depending on if you're making an appetizer or a meal. Ingredients:
1 (1 lb) package of pre-cooked-quick frozen clam |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
2 small shallots, very finely diced |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 cup white wine |
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic |
1 teaspoon dried italian seasoning |
hot pepper flakes |
salt and pepper |
olive oil |
fresh parsley, chopped (to garnish) |
Directions:
1. In a large pan heat butter and oil.
2. Saute shallots 2 minutes add garlic give a couple stirs then add white wine simmer 5 minutes or till reduced in half.
3. Add can diced tomatoes.
4. Add seasonings and bring to boil.
5. Add frozen clams just to heat.
6. Place on a platter and drizzle olive oil over clams.
7. Garnish with parsley.
8. Serve with a nice fresh crusty bread.
9. Or toss clams into cooked pasta for a meal.
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