Clam Broth Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In25 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Clams in the shell- 12
 Water2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Paprika- a good pinch

Directions

GETTING READY
1.Start by scrubbing the clams thoroughly with a brush

MAKING
2.In a kettle, pour cold water and place the clams, closely covered, start boiling until the shells have opened up
3.Once the shells have opened, remove them from the broth
4.Reserve the broth in the kettle, strain it, and reheat the broth and add paprika to it

SERVING
5.Serve the clams along with the hot broth and water wafers

TIPS
Twelve good sized clams should make enough broth for six persons, but if there does not seem to be sufficient, add a little boiling water or milk. Clam broth seldom needs added salt.
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