Clams casino
Clams casino is an appetizer dish that originated in the United States. It typically consists of fresh clams on the half shell topped with a mixture of breadcrumbs, bacon, peppers, and other flavorful ingredients. The clams are then baked until they're cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh clams
- 8 slices bacon diced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Scrub the clams under cold running water to remove any dirt or sand. Discard any clams that are cracked or don't close when tapped.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- In the same skillet with the remaining bacon grease, add the chopped bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and cooked bacon. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Arrange the clams on a baking sheet and spoon the breadcrumb mixture evenly over each clam.
- Place the baking sheet with the clams into the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the clams have opened and the topping is golden brown.
- Carefully remove the clams from the oven and serve them hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 99kcal (5%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 14mg (5%)Sodium: 123mg (5%)Potassium: 106mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 619IU (12%)Vitamin C: 25mg (30%)Calcium: 59mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
