Baked Clam Spread

• 12 cup margarine
• 1 medium onion, chopped fine
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 cup breadcrumbs
• 14 cup fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
• 14 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 (6 ounce) cans minced clams with juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 dash hot pepper sauce
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut in cubes
• paprika (to garnish)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Place 1/2 cup margarine in 1.5 quart oven safe casserole dish.
3. Cover and microwave on high for 30 seconds or until margarine is melted.
4. Add onion and garlic.
5. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until onion is translucent.
6. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
7. Sprinkle with paprika.
8. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
9. Serve as a spread with crackers or top over toasted bread triangles.

margarine, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, parmesan cheese, with juice, lemon juice, pepper sauce, mozzarella cheese, paprika

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/baked-clam-spread-272436 (may not work)