Clam Bake Recipe
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Clam Bake

By: DENISEK1 
"This is the most fun you can have with your seafood. It started with the idea of a fun get-together clam bake then took off with a life of its own. This recipe is a general guide. Have fun, mix and match your favorite seafood. I would ask your fish monger what is fresh, and then decide what seafood to add. I've even added a whole octopus before. Serve with a nice white wine, turn on some music and have fun. Great outdoor meal."

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 8 medium red potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1 pound clams in shell, scrubbed
  • 1 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 1/2 pound unpeeled large shrimp
  • 1 (48 fluid ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup dry vermouth (optional)
  • 3/4 cup butter, divided
  • 1 loaf French bread

Directions

  1. Place a potatoes in a layer in the bottom of a large pot. Cover with a layer of clams, then mussels, and finally the shrimp. Pour in the vermouth and enough chicken broth to fill the pot halfway. You may not need all of the broth, depending on the size of your pot. Cut half of the butter into cubes and place on top of the seafood. Cover with a lid, and seal tightly with aluminum foil.
  2. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat for 45 minutes. Remove from the heat, and carefully remove the foil and lid. Remove the seafood and potatoes from the liquid to serve. Melt 1/2 remaining butter, and divide into 4 individual dishes for dipping. Serve with the rest of the butter and French bread.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 1078 | Total Fat: 39.5g | Cholesterol: 203mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2007 by StylinCook   view full review
Im Maine we do this with clams lobster potaotes and corn and use white wine or beer in place...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2008 by nokidoki   view full review
This was delicious and my guests loved it. Only one comment:Parboil the potatoes and cut the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2007 by SJRJA   view full review
Very good base recipe -- I doubled the recipe and used a 12 qt. stock pot to cook it in. I was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2009 by Cat M.   view full review
This is a GREAT recipe. I've made it twice now. The first time I made it the broth had no...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2009 by valerie160   view full review
I would give this four stars as written - it's as simple as can be for a no-fuss easy one-pot...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2007 by LORIJANUARY   view full review
I grew up on the bay in MASS and all I have to do is make this recipe to feel back at home. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2010 by NESSER79   view full review
Couldn't get any more delicious or easy! I took a large stockpot, put the red potatoes on...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2009 by MImom   view full review
My family had the best time preparing and feasting on this meal. We gathered together from...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2007 by MAVIS   view full review
VERY GOOD
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2010 by FlashJ   view full review
Fantastic! Can't stop making it! We use clams, mussles, shrimp, mushrooms (2 or more kinds)...

 

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