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Clams with Chorizo, Peppers, and Potatoes

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A bit of Spanish chorizo goes a long way, lending another dimension to a skillet full of mouthwatering clams and potatoes.

Serve with:

crusty bread; green salad

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    45 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (2-inch) piece Spanish chorizo (cured sausage), cut into thin half-moons
2 dozen small hard-shelled clams, scrubbed
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook onions and pepper in oil in a 12-inch heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat, covered, 5 minutes.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, peel potatoes and cut into 3/4-inch pieces.

    Step 3

    Add potatoes to skillet and cook, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are almost tender and vegetables begin to brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

    Step 4

    Add wine and briskly simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes.

    Step 5

    Add chorizo and clams and cook, covered, shaking skillet occasionally, until clams open wide, 6 to 10 minutes (discard any clams that remain unopened after 10 minutes). Divide among bowls and sprinkle with parsley.

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