Clam and Mushroom Sauce

Elevate your weeknight meals with this luscious Clam and Mushroom Sauce, a creamy and savory delight that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Bursting with tender clams, earthy mushrooms, and the aromatic blend of garlic and shallots, this versatile sauce is simmered to perfection with a splash of dry white wine, heavy cream, and a subtle hint of lemon for brightness. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, while an optional sprinkle of Parmesan takes the creaminess to the next level. Perfect served over pasta, rice, or as a flavorful topping for grilled seafood or chicken, this easy recipe is a surefire way to impress at your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cups Fresh mushrooms (such as cremini or button), sliced
• 2 cans (6.5 ounces each) Canned clams (with juice)
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the shallots are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and are golden brown.

Step 4

Drain the canned clams, reserving the juice. Add the clams to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes to heat them through.

Step 5

Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, reserved clam juice, and chicken or vegetable broth. Let the sauce gently simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice and fresh parsley to the sauce. Stir to combine, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

If desired, stir in grated Parmesan cheese for an extra creamy and cheesy texture.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and serve hot over pasta, rice, or as a topping for grilled seafood or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1479.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2093.6

Total Fat 165.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 473.0mg	0%
Sodium 6201.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 73.4g	0%

Vitamin D 34.7IU	0%
Calcium 921.8mg	0%
Iron 60.8mg	0%
Potassium 2165.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.9%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 9.1%