Clams with Sherry and Serrano Ham

It has the salty flavor of fresh clams, the rich taste of dry sherry, and the salty flavor of Serrano ham. This recipe is quick and easy, and it's great for a special dinner or having people over.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg fresh clams, cleaned
• 100g Serrano ham, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup dry sherry
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat

Add minced garlic and chopped Serrano ham, saut until fragrant and ham starts to crisp

Add red pepper flakes and stir for another minute

Increase heat to high, add cleaned clams to the skillet, and pour in dry sherry

Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until clams open, shaking the skillet occasionally

Discard any unopened clams

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, garnish with chopped parsley

Serve hot, with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices