Like oysters and mussels, clams are bivalves, a kind of mollusk that's encased in a shell made of two valves, or hinging parts. And that shell comes in all different sizes. There are small clams ...

Rinse the clams in fresh water, scrub the shells, then proceed with the recipe. Soak the mung bean noodles in warm water for about 15 minutes, or until pliable. Drain them in a colander and ...