Clams

Clams are a type of shellfish that have been consumed by humans for centuries. There are many different ways to prepare clams, and the history of clam recipes is a long and interesting one.

Clams are native to the coastlines of Europe and North America, and they have been a part of the human diet for millennia. The first known recipe for clams dates back to Roman times, when they were often cooked in stews or sauces.

As trade and travel increased between Europe and North America, so did the popularity of clams. New Englanders in particular developed a taste for clams, and they began to come up with new and innovative ways to prepare them.

Advice

When making clams, it is important to start with fresh, high-quality clams. Also, make sure you scrub the shells of any debris or sand. When boiling clams, make sure you don't overcook them or they will become rubbery. Additionally, adding flavorings like garlic, wine, and herbs can add a lot of flavor to the clams. Finally, make sure to discard any clams that are open or don't close when tapped, as these may be spoiled.

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Recipes

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Clams Casino

  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • bread crumb
  • black pepper
  • littleneck clam
  • parsley
  • butter
  • garlic
  • bacon
  • bell pepper
  • lemon
  • rock salt
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Bucatini a la Clams Casino

  • salt
  • bucatini
  • olive oil
  • new zealand clam
  • white wine
  • red pepper flake
  • parmesan cheese
  • italian parsley
  • panko breadcrumb
  • olive oil
  • garlic
  • tomato
  • applewood smoked bacon
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Easy, Ultimate Clams Casino Recipe

  • Bacon Bread Crumbs
  • salt
  • panko bread crumb
  • bacon
  • Clams
  • salt
  • lemon
  • parsley
  • white wine
  • red pepper flake
  • bacon
  • butter
  • littleneck clam
  • shallot
  • garlic
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Black Bean Clams "Casino"

  • canola oil
  • gros sel
  • fermented black bean
  • garlic
  • pink peppercorn
  • panko bread crumb
  • lemon
  • chinese ham
  • clam
  • shallot
  • butter
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Clams Casino

  • rock salt
  • salt
  • paprika
  • shallot
  • cherrystone clam
  • bacon
  • butter

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
butter
garlic
bacon
lemon
shallot
parmesan cheese
littleneck clam
parsley
rock salt
olive oil
white wine
red pepper flake
panko bread crumb
bread crumb
black pepper
bell pepper
bucatini
new zealand clam
italian parsley
panko breadcrumb
tomato
applewood smoked bacon
canola oil
gros sel
fermented black bean
pink peppercorn
chinese ham
clam
paprika
cherrystone clam

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