BUTTERY GARLIC STEAMED CLAMS

Buttery Garlic Steamed Clams image

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
1 cup White wine
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
36 Little neck clams, rinsed and scrubbed (3 dozen)
1/3 cup Italian parsley, chopped fresh
4 Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Steps:

In a large skillet that has a lid melt 2 1/2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
Add clams and remaining butter. Cover and steam until clams have opened (about 7-8 minutes). Occasionally shake skillet while steaming.
Discard any clams that do not open. Sprinkle evenly with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired. Serve with a French baguette or over a bed of cooked pasta.