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Clams Oregana Basilico

ItalianSeafoodIntermediate20 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 36 clams clams
  • 2 tbsp grated Romano cheese
  • 2/3 tbsp dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp minced fresh Italian parsley
  • 3 0.5 cup fresh bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine all stuffing ingredients (bread crumbs, lemon juice, basil, oregano, garlic, and olive oil) by mixing with hands. Use more olive oil if the mixture seems too dry.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 500°F.

  3. 3

    Shuck clams and replace meat on half-shells.

  4. 4

    Pack about 1 heaping tablespoon of stuffing on each clam.

  5. 5

    Bake in preheated oven for about 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from oven and sprinkle each clam with a few drops of wine.

  7. 7

    Return to oven and bake 2 to 3 minutes more, or until lightly browned.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle with Romano cheese and parsley. Serve hot.