Clam Soup Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Clam Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 48 littleneck clams, the smaller the better; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme or half that amount dried; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 cups dry white wine; 1 small dried hot red pepper; 1 egg yolk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

48 littleneck clams, the smaller the better
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme or half that amount dried
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups dry white wine
1 small dried hot red pepper
1 egg yolk
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

1
Rinse the clams well and drain.
2
Heat the butter in a kettle and add the shallots, onion and garlic.
3
Cook, stirring, until wilted.
4
Add the thyme, and sprinkle with cornstarch.
5
Stir.
6
Add the wine and stir to blend.
7
Add the clams and hot red pepper.
8
Cover closely.
9
Bring to a boil, and let cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the clams open.
10
Blend the yolk and cream, and add this mixture to the soup, stirring.
11
Bring to a boil, stirring, and remove from the heat.
12
Spoon immediately into hot soup bowls.
13
Sprinkle with basil, and serve with French bread.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 48 littleneck clams, the smaller the better, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Clam Soup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Clam Soup

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