Clams With Prosciutto and Thyme

Delicious recipe from Coastal Living.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  lbs littleneck clams
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 3  ounces prosciutto, diced
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄2 cup dry white wine
• 2  slices lemon rind
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh thyme
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh parsley

• Garnishes

•  lemon wedge, fresh herbs

Directions

1. Scrub clams well with a brush; discard opened or cracked clams or any heavy ones (indicating they're filled with sand).
2. Heat oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add prosciutto; cook, stirring often, 5 minutes or until browned. Add garlic and red pepper; cook 2 minutes. Add wine, lemon rind, and thyme; bring to a boil. Add clams; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 6 minutes or until clams open. Spoon into individual bowls. Sprinkle with parsley. Garnish, if desired.