Clams Casino Recipe

Clams Casino Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Clams

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean the littleneck clams under cold running water. Discard any clams that are open or damaged.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside. Leave about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.

3. 3

   Prepare the Filling

   In the same skillet, melt the butter in the bacon fat. Add the minced garlic, green bell pepper, and onion. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the breadcrumbs, crumbled bacon, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

4. 4

   Stuff the Clams

   Place the cleaned clams in a baking dish. Spoon the filling mixture onto each clam, generously packing it on top.

5. 5

   Bake

   Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the stuffed clams. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the clams casino warm.