Jb's Incredibly Awesome Clams Casino Recipe

Name: Jb's Incredibly Awesome Clams Casino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 dozen top neck clams (bigger than little neck, smaller than cherry stone); ⅔ cup sea salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 12 onion, finely chopped; 12 green pepper, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ cup cracker crumb (I use butter crackers or saltines, but trying others could be interesting); ⅛ teaspoon thyme; ⅛ teaspoon marjoram; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; ⅛ teaspoon sage; 14 lb bacon, chopped in small squares

Servings: persons

2 dozen top neck clams (bigger than little neck, smaller than cherry stone)
⅔ cup sea salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
12 onion, finely chopped
12 green pepper, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ cup cracker crumb (I use butter crackers or saltines, but trying others could be interesting)
⅛ teaspoon thyme
⅛ teaspoon marjoram
⅛ teaspoon pepper
⅛ teaspoon sage
14 lb bacon, chopped in small squares

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["Rinse and scrub clams with a soft-bristled brush in cold water.", "Any clams that are open and do not snap shut should be discarded to prevent food poisoning.", "Soak the clams in a mix of 1 gallon water with 1/3 cup of sea salt for 15 minutes.", "Drain, rinse and scrub the clams again.", "Soak the clams in a fresh mix of 1 gallon water with 1/3 cup of sea salt for 15 more minutes.", "Drain, rinse and scrub the clams again.", "Steam clams in pot with 1"" of water using a glass lid.", "When the clams pop open, remove from pot and allow to cool.", "Reserve the water (called 'clam juice') from the bottom of the pan.", "When clams cool, remove from shells and mince.", "Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan.", "Saute parsley, onion, green pepper and garlic 5-10 min until soft but not brown.", "Remove from heat.", "Combine spices and cracker crumbs, add to saute pan.", "Add enough clam juice to moisten.", "Add minced clams.", "Pick the best 24 half-shells and fill with clam mixture.", "Top with bacon pieces.", "Place on baking sheet.", "Bake at 400 for 15 minutes.", "Then brown under the broiler for 2 minutes.", "Serve on a bed of lettuce with lemon wedges."]

8995

kcal

Calories

671

Fat

Carbs

600

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 dozen top neck clams (bigger than little neck, smaller than cherry stone), ⅔ cup sea salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Jb's Incredibly Awesome Clams Casino 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.

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Jb's Incredibly Awesome Clams Casino

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