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Savory Littleneck Clams in Wine
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Ingredients
- 24 oz clams
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a blender, blend the basil and vegetable stock until smooth.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add wine and lemon juice. Bring to a quick boil.
- Add the clams and the remaining butter, cover, and steam until clams have open.
- Add the blended stock-basil mixture, bring it to a boil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Savory Littleneck Clams in Wine
Serves: 4
| Amount Per Serving: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 329.66 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 16.14 g | 24.8% | |
| Saturated Fat 9.46 g | 47.3% | |
| Trans Fat 0.61 g | ||
| Cholesterol 89.19 mg | 29.7% | |
| Sodium 1036.92 mg | 43.2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.39 g | 3.1% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.45 g | 1.8% | |
| Sugars 0.78 g | ||
| Protein 25.58 g | ||
| Vitamin A 32.51 % | Vitamin C 4.56 % | |
| Calcium 9.63 % | Iron 18.07 % | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Wine Pairing
Clams and wines are classic go-to partners. This flavor combination is well-balanced. That is why most of the clams in white wine recipes always take advantage of wine as a pairing, not just a drink, but also as one of the main components in the dish.
For additional flavor notes, you can add a stalk of lemongrass or a bunch of dill. You can also add some vegetables such as corn or potatoes to add body to the dish. A bit of cream and saffron would also be wonderful in this clams dish.
Here are the top picks for dry white wines with herbaceous and fruity notes:
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Albarino
- Pinot Blanc
- Vermentino
Check this Steamed Clams in White Wine!
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