Alfredo Clam Dip
This delightful recipe turns a simple dip into a tantalizing work of art.
| Serves/Makes: | 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) |
| Preparation Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Time to Table: | 10 Minutes |
Alfredo Clam Dip Ingredients
| 1 tbsp (15 mL) | butter |
| 1 | clove garlic, minced |
| 1/2 cup (125 mL) | 35% whipping cream |
| 4 oz (125 g) | light cream cheese, cubed |
| 3/4 cup (175 mL) | shredded Parmesan cheese |
| 2 cans (85 g each) | CLOVER LEAF CHOPPED OCEAN CLAMS |
| 1/4 tsp (1 mL) | each white pepper and ground nutmeg |
| pinch salt | |
| Toasted bread cubes or breadsticks | |
| Blanched broccoli, asparagus and cauliflower | |
| Cherry tomatoes and button mushrooms |
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan set over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the cream and heat until simmering. Gradually add the cream and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth.
- (The dip can be prepared up to this point and held for up to 1 day in the refrigerator.Warm gently in the microwave before adding the clams.)
- Drain the clams and rinse. Stir the clams, pepper, nutmeg and salt into the cream mixture.Transfer to a small chafing dish; serve warm with bread cubes and vegetables.
- Makes 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) .
Nutrients Per Serving
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CLAIMS PER SERVING- Low in Sodium |
