National Clams on the Half Shell Day

Boy, the world really needs a day like today. You must be elated that someone was smart enough, and had the insight, to create this day for us to enjoy and savor.

Clams are bi-valve mollusks. This family also includes mussels, oysters, and scallops. Clams live in shallow water just below the surface of a sandy or muddy sea bottom. They live in fresh or salt water. They are eaten cooked in a wide variety of recipes or eaten raw. Now, the only important thing you need to know is that they are delicious when prepared in any way you like them.