Steamed Clams with Ham, Bell Pepper, and Basil

Ingredients

• ¾ cup smoked ham
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup Chardonnay
• ¾ cup red bell pepper
• ¼ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 cup fresh basil
• + 3 more ingredients
• • 5 pounds littleneck clams
  • Olive oil
  • 18 1/2-inch-thick baguette slices

Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over low heat. Add ham and bell pepper and sauté until light brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and dried red pepper; stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Lightly brush baguette slices on both sides with oil. Grill bread until ...

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