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INGREDIENTS:
 | 2 LB fresh clams |
| 2 Tbsp butter or margarine |
| 1/4 cup dried chives |
| 1/4 c red bell pepper, finely chopped |
| 2 cloves garlic, crushed |
| 1 cup bread crumbs |
| 4 slices cooked & crumbled bacon |
| 1 tsp dried oregano |
| 3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese |
| 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley |
| Paprika to taste |
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350 F. arrange washed clams on baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for 2 minutes or until shells open. Remove from the oven & increase heat to 450 F. Discard any clams that remain closed. Remove the meat & put shells back on the tray. Chop the meat & place in a mixing bowl. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic & bell pepper simmering until tender. Remove from heat. Add bread crumbs, bacon, vegetables & oregano to the meat, mixing well. Spoon mixture into each shell. Top with parmesan cheese, parsley & paprika. Bake 6 minutes or until cheese is melted & slightly brown. Serve immediately.
SERVINGS: 3-4
STUFFED CLAMS