To infuse this simple clam dish with big flavor, we added Spanish chorizo, thyme, and dry vermouth for a potent broth in which to steam our shellfish. We added larger-grain pearl couscous instead of ...

Many cream-based chowders suffer from the same problem — it's hard to taste anything but the cream. Admittedly, all that fat is mighty delicious. But if you're going to go to the trouble of making a ...

Stir together two 8-ounce blocks of cream cheese, two 6.5-ounce tins of chopped clams (drained and diced), 4 to 6 minced garlic cloves, and two tablespoons of lemon juice (or to taste). Cover and ...

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Clams are a twofer - a lean and delicious source of protein and the automatic generator of a tasty, instant sauce. When the clamshells steam open, the clam juice spills out. And that juice creates the ...

Just about all of the traditional dishes served at feasts celebrating the Chinese New Year - which this year falls on Feb. 19 - symbolize something wonderful to come. Round foods in particular are ...