Sautéed Clams In Tomato Sauce Recipe

Sautéed Clams In Tomato Sauce Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins
Cooking  Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4 – 6

A simple tomato sauce allows the true flavor of the clams to shine through!
Ingredients:

• 2 pounds Small Clams (We Prefer Littleneck Clams)
• 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Onion
• 1 Cup Dry White Wine
• 1 Pound Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
• 4 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley
• Salt & Pepper
• Red Pepper Flakes To Taste
• 4 Slices Toasted Garlic Bread

Procedure:

1. Soak the clams in lightly salted cold water in the refrigerator for 2 hours, then drain.
2. Heat the olive oil in a heavy saucepan and add the garlic and onion.
3. Cook over medium heat until soft and fragrant, then add the wine, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
4. Add the clams and cover, and cook until the clams open, about 5 minutes.
5. With a slotted spoon, remove the clams and keep warm.
6. Boil the tomato mixture until reduced by half, add the parsley and mix well.
7. Place the garlic toast into individual shallow bowls and divide the clams into each.
8. Pour the sauce over the clams and serve immediately.