Baked Clams Recipe

Name: Baked Clams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds Littleneck clams; 1 cup cornmeal; 2 tablespoons salt; 3 cups bread crumbs; 1/2 cup Parmesan; 2 lemons, zested and juiced; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons pesto; 1/2 cup chopped parsley leaves; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 pound clarified butter

Servings: persons

3 pounds Littleneck clams
1 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons salt
3 cups bread crumbs
1/2 cup Parmesan
2 lemons, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons pesto
1/2 cup chopped parsley leaves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 pound clarified butter

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place clams in a bucket of cold water with cornmeal and salt.
3
Set aside.
4
Place bread crumbs, Parmesan, lemon juice, zest, garlic, pesto, parsley, and olive oil in a bowl.
5
Mix all of the ingredients together with half of the clarified butter.
6
Mix together until moist but not too wet.
7
Use additional butter only if needed.
8
Open each clam and place mixture on top.
9
Place in oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds Littleneck clams, 1 cup cornmeal, 2 tablespoons salt, 3 cups bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Baked Clams falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Clams

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