Clams With Garlic Butter Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Butter/Margarine1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm), pressed
 Parsley1 Tablespoon, chopped
 Lemon juice1/2 Teaspoon
 1 dozen clams in their shells, well scrubbed

Directions

In a small serving bowl, place butter, garlic, parsley, and lemon juice.
Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH (100%) for 1 minute or until butter is melted; set aside.
Arrange clams in a circle on a flat 10 inch plate.
Cover with pleated plastic wrap.
Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 3 to 5 minutes or until shells pop open.
If any are not yet open, lift out opened clams and microwave remaining clams on HIGH (100%), checking at 30 second intervals.
Serve in shells with garlic butter.
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