Baked clams casino (bob stein)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsFine soft breadcrumbs
2teaspoonsPaprika
2tablespoonsOlive oil
1Clove garlic, very finely
Chopped
3Dozen littleneck clams, on
The half shell
9slicesRaw bacon
1Lemon, cut into wedges

Directions

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Toss together bread crumbs, paprika, olive oil and garlic. Place clams in a flat baking dish. Mount some of the bread crumb mixture on each clam. Cut bacon slices into quarters and place a piece on each clam. Bake 25 minutes, or until bacon is crisp. If desired, the clams may be served on a bed of heated rock salt. Serve with lemon wedges.