Garlic, Wine and Butter Steamed Clams

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Total Time
Cleaning time + 7 minutes
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Ingredients

2 servings
  • 1 1/2 pounds small (Manila) clams
  • 2 thick slices country or sourdough bread
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to brush bread (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
  • 1 large or 2 small shallots, minced or 1/4 cup minced white onion
  • Salt and red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs — parsley, cilantro, chives or a mix
  • 1 lemon, in wedges
DairySautéingDinner PartiesIntermediate
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Chef’s notes

Wait, hear me out. Once your clams are clean, this is a 7-minute meal. You get to eat garlic, wine and butter steamed tiny sweet clams over grilled bread with a fistful of fresh herbs and little tumbler wine on the side.
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