Steamed Clams With Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving

6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano or 2 teaspoons fresh

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (2 cups)

4 pounds clams, scrubbed and rinsed

Preparation

In a large pot heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic, hot pepper flakes, and oregano and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add tomatoes, increase heat to high, and cook until tomatoes burst, about 4 minutes. Add clams and 3/4 cup water, cover, and cook until clams open, stirring once, 8 to 10 minutes. Discard any unopened clams. Drizzle with oil to serve.