Hot Clam Dip I

Yummy hot clam dip. The clams aren't that noticeable, even for someone like me who is not a clam person. Delicious served on crackers.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 209 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 dash hot pepper sauce
• 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
• ½ green bell pepper, minced
• 1 pinch paprika
• ½ cup dried bread crumbs, seasoned
• 2 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine minced clams and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring mixture to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a medium-size saucepan, combine butter, onion, green bell pepper, parsley, oregano, hot sauce, and red pepper. Stir vegetables over a medium-low heat until butter or margarine is melted. Mix in the clams and breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Pour mixture into an ovenproof baking dish and top with 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese and sprinkle with paprika.

Step 5

Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.