Fresh Fried Clams

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the cream with the red-pepper sauce and set aside.
2. 2
   Combine the cornmeal with the flour and set aside.
3. 3
   Dip the clams into the cream mixture.
4. 4
   Remove them and dredge through the cornmeal mixture.
5. 5
   Heat the oil and butter until hot, then add the clams.
6. 6
   Cook for two to three minutes before flipping them over and cook for another one and a half minutes.
7. 7
   Remove the clams and place them on a paper towel to drain.
8. 8
   Add three tablespoons of the reserved clam liquid to the tartar sauce.
9. 9
   Serve the clams, while hot, with the tartar sauce.