Steamed Clams in White Wine Sauce

This decadent appetizer features steamed Manilla clams in a rich, creamy wine sauce. Serve with crusty garlic bread for dipping.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 381 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
• 2 medium shallots, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped bacon
• 2 pounds fresh Manila clams
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 cups white wine
• 0.25 cup chopped leeks
• 0.25 cup shredded carrots

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Saute leeks, shallots, and bacon in a skillet over medium heat until fat is extracted from the bacon, about 5 minutes. Add white wine and bring to a simmer.

Step 2

Add cream, peas, Parmesan cheese, carrots, butter, and dried tarragon; bring to a simmer. Add clams, cover, and steam until clams open, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.