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This recipe for clams would be excellent for a beach party.  Be sure to have some crusty bread on hand to soak up the delicious sauce.

Inspired by Olive Kitteridge, Driftwood Summer

Prep time:  10 minutes    Cook time:  20 minutes     Serves:  10 as an appetizer

Ingredients

• 30 clams, thoroughly washed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 2 cups white wine

Dipping Sauce

• 2 tablespoons of reserved cooking liquid
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Discard any clams that are open.
2. In a large pot, saute the garlic in olive oil for about 2 minutes.  Add the wine and simmer for about 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, combine the butter and lemon juice in a small bowl.
4. Add the clams to the wine.  Cover and simmer until all clams are opened.
5. Add 2 tablespoons of the reserved liquid to the butter and lemon to make the dipping sauce.  Serve immediately.