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Discover the delectable flavors of the Barefoot Contessa's White Clam Sauce, a classic Italian dish bursting with savory seafood goodness. This versatile sauce is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, yet elegant enough for a special occasion. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect White Clam Sauce to tantalize your taste buds.

Dive into the classic Barefoot Contessa White Clam Sauce, featuring tender clams simmered in a rich and flavorful broth infused with white wine, garlic, and fresh herbs. For a more robust flavor, try the White Clam Sauce with Spicy Sausage, where the addition of spicy sausage adds a delightful kick to the traditional recipe. If you prefer a creamy sauce, the White Clam Sauce with Cream is a luxurious option that will leave you craving more. And for those who love the taste of the sea, the White Clam Sauce with Mussels and Shrimp combines the flavors of clams, mussels, and shrimp in a symphony of seafood delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EAST HAMPTON CLAM CHOWDER

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
2 cups medium-diced celery (4 stalks)
2 cups medium-diced carrots (6 carrots)
4 cups peeled medium-diced boiling potatoes (8 potatoes)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 quart (4 cups) clam juice
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
3 cups chopped fresh chowder clams (1 1/2 pounds shucked clams)

Steps:

Melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of the butter in a large heavy-bottomed stockpot. Add the onions and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, or until translucent. Add the celery, carrots, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper and saute for 10 more minutes. Add the clam juice, bring to a boil, and simmer, uncovered, until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
In a small pot, melt the remaining 8 tablespoons of butter and whisk in the flour. Cook over very low heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Whisk in a cup of the hot broth and then pour this mixture back into the cooked vegetables. Simmer for a few minutes until the broth is thickened.
Add the milk and clams and heat gently for a few minutes to cook the clams. Taste for salt and pepper. Serve hot.

THE BEST CLAM SAUCE

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I cannot order better white clam sauce in a restaurant. My boyfriend begs me to make this! Thanks Mom! Serve this dish with fresh garlic bread and a nice white wine. I promise this is a keeper and you won't like any other white clam sauce!

Provided by Jodie B

Categories Seafood Shellfish Clams

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dry linguini
1 onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams
½ cup butter
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons dry white wine

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add linguini and return water to a boil. Let linguini cook until al dente; drain well.
In a large skillet, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil until the onions are translucent. Drain the cans of minced clams, reserving half of the juice.
Stir the clams, reserved juice, butter, salt and pepper, and wine. Simmer the mixture for 20 minutes, until the sauce has reduced 1/3 and has thickened.
Spoon the clam sauce over the linguini and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 906.4 calories, Carbohydrate 73.8 g, Cholesterol 184.7 mg, Fat 39.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 60.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 593.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GRILLED CLAMS WITH BASIL BREADCRUMBS

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups coarse bread crumbs, toasted
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 sun-dried tomato halves in oil, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
24 littleneck clams, scrubbed clean
2 1/2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

Heat a gas grill or prepare a charcoal grill with hot coals.
Combine the bread crumbs, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, salt and pepper in a large serving bowl and set aside.
When the grill is hot, place the clams in 1 layer on the hot grate and allow the heat to open the clams. They'll open gradually for about 5 minutes, then pop-open wide when they're done. Using tongs, remove the clams from the grill and place them in the bowl with the bread crumb mixture and toss together. Drizzle with the melted butter, and serve hot.

Tips:

Use fresh clams. Fresh clams will have a briny, sweet flavor that will shine through in the sauce.
Soak the clams in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to remove any sand or grit from the clams.
Use a good quality white wine. The wine will add flavor and acidity to the sauce.
Don't overcook the clams. Clams are delicate and will toughen if they are cooked for too long.
Serve the sauce over pasta, rice, or vegetables. White clam sauce is a versatile sauce that can be served with a variety of dishes.

Conclusion:

White clam sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with fresh clams, white wine, garlic, and olive oil. The sauce is simmered until the clams are cooked through and the sauce is thickened. White clam sauce can be served over pasta, rice, or vegetables. It is a versatile sauce that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.