2. Bring 1-2" of water in a large pot to a boil. 3. Rinse and clean clams off of any sand. 4. Add the clams to the boiling water, cover, and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes or until the shells open.

Quahogs, known elsewhere as hard-shell clams, are a key part of Rhode Island's culture and economy. The name "quahog" comes from the Narragansett word "poquauhock," and different sizes of quahogs have ...