Prep Time

    •    Prep and cook time: 10 minutes
    •    Yield: Serves 2

Ingredients

    •    1/4 cup water
    •    2 tsps olive oil
    •    1/2 cup white wine
    •    1 tsp unsalted butter
    •    2 dozen little neck clams
    •    3 cloves garlic, cut in large chunks
    •    2 tbsp fresh herbs such as basil or parsley

Method

1. Heat a large pot on high heat.
2. Add oil.
3. When hot, add garlic and cook until golden.
4. Add butter, wine, water and clams and cover tightly, reduce to medium-low heat.
5. Cook 5 to 10 minutes, or until the shells open.
6. Do not overcook or the clams will become rubbery.
7. Transfer clams with a slotted spoon to a large bowl and pour the liquid through a strainer over the clams.
8. Top with fresh herbs and enjoy with a good crusty bread.

This great family recipe is thanks to Skinny Taste at https://www.skinnytaste.com/steamed-clams-with-fresh-basil/?utm_campaign=yummly&utm_medium=yummly&utm_source=yummly