Sausage and Clam Soup Recipe

Name: Sausage and Clam Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 8 ounces hot Italian sausage, thinly sliced; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 6 -ounce can (3/4 cup) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 1/2 bunch kale, trimmed and roughly chopped; 1 28 -ounce can whole peeled tomatoes; 1 14 -ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed; 16 littleneck clams, scrubbed; 1 to 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; Crusty bread, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces hot Italian sausage, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 6 -ounce can (3/4 cup) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 bunch kale, trimmed and roughly chopped
1 28 -ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
1 14 -ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed
16 littleneck clams, scrubbed
1 to 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Crusty bread, for serving

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the sausage and cook, turning, until browned, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the onion, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
4
Stir in the orange juice concentrate, kale and 3 cups water.
5
Add the tomatoes and break them into chunks with a spoon.
6
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
7
Add the beans and clams.
8
Return to a boil over high heat, cover and cook until the clams open, 10 to 12 minutes.
9
Stir in the vinegar and serve with bread.
10
Photograph by Kana Okada

141

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 8 ounces hot Italian sausage, thinly sliced, 1 small onion, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Sausage and 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.

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Sausage and Clam Soup

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