Beer-Steamed Clams

• 2 cups beer
• 2 bay leaves, broken in half
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seed
• 1 dash cayenne pepper
• 4 dozen littleneck clams, washed and beards removed
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1. Crush the mustard seeds and the coriander seeds lightly in a mortar and pestle, or place the seeds in a heavy plastic bag and lightly crush with a mallet or rolling pin.
2. In a large pot, bring beer, bay leaves, Old Bay, mustard seeds, coriander seeds and cayenne pepper to a boil over medium heat.
3. Add the clams.
4. Cover and steam 3-6 min or until the clams open, stirring once or twice.
5. Discard any clams that DO NOT open.
6. Serve clams with the broth in shallow bowls.
7. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley.

beer, bay leaves, mustard seeds, coriander seed, cayenne pepper, littleneck clams, fresh parsley

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/beer-steamed-clams-193278 (may not work)