Cherrystone or Other Large Hard-Shell Clam

Portuguese fish stew (Caldeirada de peixe)

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large, deep-sided frying pan, and fry the onion and pepper on a medium heat until softened but not browned. Finely chop the coriander stalks (keep the leaves for later), and...

Portuguese

Clam chowder

Rinse the clams in several changes of cold water and drain well. Tip the clams into a large pan with 500ml of water. Cover, bring to the boil and simmer for 2 mins until the clams have just opened. Ti...

American

Tomato Soup with Fregola and Clams

There is not one person in my family who does not adore clams, and we eat them in a variety of ways. Stuffed clams are great for an appetizer; a big pot of clams sautéed with some onions and seasonings can make a whole meal as you pick through, enjoying the juices and slurping down the clams. As a young girl, I would go to the sea and collect clams, mostly cockles and smaller clams than what are seen in America today. This soup has also become one of our family’s favorite ways to enjoy clams. Tomato soup is a popular soup in America, but here is an Italian rendition that can be a main course. Though I have added clams, it can be made with mussels, shrimps, scallops, or even mixed seafood; just mind the cooking time that each requires. Fregola comes in different sizes. I use large ones here, but if yours are smaller, start checking for doneness after 10 minutes. You can leave a few clams in their shells for an attractive presentation, as I do here, or remove them all.

Italian

Linguine with Clams in Black Bean Sauce

This flavorful dish combines tender linguine with briny clams in a savory black bean sauce. A quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to impress.

Seafood Salad with Collard Greens Slaw

This can be served immediately as a warm salad or made ahead and served chilled.

Coconut-Clam Stock

This rich coconut-based stock is made with clams that release their full essence. It's great for curries or as the liquid base for steamed mussels or littleneck clams.