Vongole Al Cartoccio Clams Cooked In Foil Recipes

BAKED CLAMS ON THE HALF SHELL: VONGOLE GRATINATE AL FORNO

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Scrub the clams under cold running water.
• Pry them open and rinse out any sand or grit.
• Gently separate the top and bottom shells, loosening and allowing the clam to divide, with some remaining on the top shell and some remaining on the bottom shell.
• Use a knife to loosen the clam in the shell, removing any sand or grit that may have been under the clam. All of the clams may not divide evenly between the top and bottom shell. Cut these clams into small pieces and distribute among the other shells. You should have at least 16 clamshell halves to fill and bake. Arrange the clam-filled shells on a baking sheet and set aside.
• In a small bowl, toss together the bread crumbs, parsley, and garlic. Use a fork to stir the olive oil into this mixture. It should be moist but not oily. Set aside.
• Fill each clam with a portion of the topping mixture, spreading it evenly over the clam to the edge of the shell. The filling should be about 1/8-inch thick.
• Bake until the topping begins to brown slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and adjust oven temperature to broil. Place the clams under the broiler and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

PORCINI AL CARTOCCIO: PORCINI COOKED IN FOIL

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Divide the mushrooms, garlic, mint leaves into 4 equal portions.
• Take 2 sheets of aluminum foil and place them on top of each other to create a sturdier base. Lift all 4 sides up to create a container. Place once portion each mushrooms, garlic, and mint leaves in the center. Drizzle with a 1/4 of the extra-virgin olive oil and white wine. Season with salt and pepper. Grab all the sides of the aluminum foil and tightly seal them closed, to prevent the steam from escaping.
• Repeat the above process 3 more times to create 4 individual servings. Place the packages in the oven for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Serve the sealed aluminum foil packages immediately. Allow each guest to open their own individual packages to experience all the aromas contained.