What are Clams? Clams are basically a type of shellfish that can be found both in saltwater and freshwater. The word clam typically refers to edible clams, which can be made into a variety of recipes.

Soft shell clams, also called steamers, are found everywhere and have dirty white, oval shells. Read More: How to Buy, Store, and Cook Clams ...

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Clam-Cleaning Tips 1. Live clams will be responsive! If they're open when you get them home, just knock them lightly on the counter, or, like my dad did, give them a solid tap with the back of a ...

1 10-oz can whole clams in broth 1 stick butter Fresh garlic to taste: chopped, grated or pressed 1 cup cherry tomatoes, poked so they collapse quicker Oregano or thyme Olive oil Red or white wine ...

Remove clam meat from shells, throw the meat back in the pot and discard shells. Squeeze lemon juice into pot, add chopped parsley to pot and mix well. Cook pasta in heavily salted water.

The secondary name for soft-shell clams, steamer clams, indicates the most traditional way these clams are served. You can steam these clams in water or in beer for a more complex flavor.