Clams Casino Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Clams

   Rinse the clams under cold water and soak them in salted water for about 30 minutes to remove any sand. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood smoked bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and crumble it into small pieces. Reserve a tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the chopped red and green bell peppers and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

4. 4

   Make the Filling

   In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, crumbled bacon, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until well combined.

5. 5

   Stuff the Clams

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the cleaned clams on a baking sheet. Spoon the filling mixture generously onto each clam shell.

6. 6

   Bake

   Bake the clams in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the clams are cooked through.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.