Clams Casino

Ingredients

• 24 large clams
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup panko or crushed garlic/cheese croutons
• 4 slices bacon
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a small skillet, cook bacon until crisp over medium heat. Crumble, and set aside.
3. Wash clams. Place on a baking sheet. Heat in oven for 1 to 2 minutes, or until clams open. Discard any that do not open. Remove meat from shells. Chop, and set aside.
4. Add 2 tablespoons oil and butter to a small skillet, and place pan over medium heat. Add onion, pepper and garlic; sauté until tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
5. In a medium bowl, combine bread crumbs or crushed croutons, bacon, oregano, Parmesan cheese, sautéed vegetables and chopped clams. Mix well. Fill clam shells with mixture, and place on baking sheet. Sprinkle with parsley and paprika. Drizzle with olive oil.
6. Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 7 minutes.
7. Serve immediately.

Attribution

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