Spicy Clam Dip

• 3 (6 1/2 oz.) cans chopped Gorton's clams with juice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tsp. parsley
• 2 to 3 tsp. Tabasco
• grated cheese (Muenster suggested)
• paprika
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1/4 lb. unsalted butter
• 6 slices bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 large green pepper
• 1 tsp. oregano
• Italian style bread crumbs
• Parmesan cheese

1. Simmer chopped clams and lemon juice for 10 to 15 minutes (medium in microwave).
2. Mix all ingredients together and gradually add Italian style bread crumbs to thicken consistency.
3. Pour into large casserole dish.
4. Top with grated cheese (suggestion Muenster).
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika.

onion, garlic, parsley, tabasco, grated cheese, paprika, lemon juice, unsalted butter, bacon, green pepper, oregano, italian style bread crumbs, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=898384 (may not work)