Buttery Garlic Steamed Clams

Ingredients

• Butter

  unsalted

  5 tbsp or 71g

• Garlic

  raw

  1 tbsp or 9g

• White wine

  table

  8 fl oz or 235g

• Lemon juice

  1 tbsp or 15g

• Clams

  mixed species, raw

  36 medium or 522g

• Parsley

  raw

  ⅓ cup or 20g

Directions

1. In a large skillet (that has a lid), melt 2-1/2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
2. Add wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
3. Add clams and remaining butter. Cover and steam until clams have opened (about 7-8 minutes). Occasionally shake skillet while steaming.
4. Discard any clams that do not open. Sprinkle evenly with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired. Serve with a french baguette or over a bed of cooked pasta.
5. Recipe by: Amy (source: https://theblondcook.com/buttery-garlic-steamed-clams/)