Chef Tim Says....

There are two basic varieties of clams – Hard Shell Clams and Soft Shell. There are several sub-varieties based primarily on where they grow as well as on the size of the clam (clams are measured by the diameter of their shell).

The neck is the siphon through which clams collect nutrients and soft shell clams have a longer neck than their hard shell cousins. Because of this, the shell of soft shell clams can’t close completely. Soft shell clams found in the Atlantic include the ubiquitous steamer. Clams

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Spicy Fish Soup | Low Sodium Version
Soup is the best cure for the winter blues and this spicy fish soup will really heat things up. If you don't like it spicy, leave out the chili and the soup is still great. Combine all that's good of soup with all that's wonderful about eating fish and you have the perfect meal. This soup is easy and quick to make. The potatoes thicken the broth and the fish flavor combines with the veggies for a great soup.

This recipe is safe for Coumadin® (warfarin) users and those who are lactose intolerant, but those with GERD / Acid Reflux will likely find it too spicy.

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