Serves: 4
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 pounds clams
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 leeks, white parts only, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup white wine
Directions
1. Rinse the clams under cold running water while scrubbing with a vegetable brush. Discard any clams with broken shells.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks, garlic, and thyme and cook until the vegetables cook down to a pulp, about 5 minutes. Add the clams and toss to coat. Add the white wine, cover and steam over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams open. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and stir to incorporate. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with thyme sprigs and serve immediately.
Great recipe, Thank you! I added more garlic and some red chili flakes and it was delicious.