Clams In Roasted Vegetable Broth

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I got bored with the regular steamers and decided to experiment a bit. i had some roasted vegetable stock and some fresh herbs and lemon, along with a bottle of beer and yuuummmmy

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Steps

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In a large pot place vegetable stock , beer , garlic , basil leaves , oregano , old bay seasoning and lemon.

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Let simmer for 15 minutes and add clams.

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Cover and let steam until clams just begin to open.

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Scoop out clams and broth , serve with garlic bread or crusty french bread to sop up juices.

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A little fresh grated parm.

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Cheese is excellent sprinkled on top of clams and broth.

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Ingredients

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littleneck clams, vegetable stock, dark beer, elephant garlic clove, lemon, fresh basil leaves, fresh oregano, old bay seasoning