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Clams are shelled marine or freshwater mollusks belonging to the class Bivalvia. The term "clam" has no taxonomic significance in biology, but in general use clam refers to a bivalve (a mollusk whose body is protected by two symmetrical shells) that is not an oyster, mussel, or a scallop, and that has a more-or-less oval shape, or alternately, to a freshwater mussel (). Clams are invertebrates, with shells divided into two pieces called valves. These pieces are joined with a hinge joint, and with two adductor muscles that open and close the shells. Clams have a heart, blood vessels, and kidneys. An exception to the oval shape is the razor clam, which has an elongate shell suggesting a straight razor. Some quahogs on the Eastern American Coast may be 200 years old.
In culinary use, clam most often refers to the hard clam Mercenaria mercenaria but may refer to other species such as the soft-shell clam Mya arenaria. They are eaten raw, steamed, boiled, baked or fried: the method of preparation depends partly on size and species. Clam chowder is a popular soup in the U.S. and Canada.
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5-minute Clam Sauce for pasta - Simple recipe using minced clams, garlic, wine, and cheese.
Beer Steamed Clams with Garlic Butter - Made with Cherrystone clams, beer, butter, and garlic.
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Clam and Tomato Dish - A microwave recipe calling for bacon, potato, tomato juice, and clams.
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Clam Fritters - Basic recipe calling for clams, flour, and eggs.
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Clam Pie - Clams, potatoes, and mushrooms, baked in a pastry shell.
Clams in Basil Garlic Pasta - Made with clams, tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and tri-color pasta.
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Clams on the Grill - Directions for roasting clams over hot coals.
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Clams with Angel Hair Pasta . - Made with clams, tomatoes, wine, and pasta.
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Creamy Deviled Clam - Clams mixed with bell pepper, cream cheese, and cream and served in pastry shells.
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