How to Make Lisa's Best Baked Clams - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of fresh seafood, and one of my all-time favorite dishes to make at home is Lisa's Best Baked Clams. This recipe has been passed down through my family for generations, and it never fails to impress. The combination of tender, juicy clams, savory breadcrumbs, and a touch of garlic and parsley is simply irresistible.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it is incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple st...

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Ingredients

  • 6 large clams in shells
  • 12 unsalted soda crackers, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced (Optional)
  • ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 large clams

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Cook clams in the boiling water until all shells are open, about 5 minutes.
  • While the clams are cooking, combine crushed crackers, garlic powder, and parsley in a large resealable bag. Seal the bag and crush the mixture until finely ground and well combined.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add cracker crumb mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown.
  • Drain clams. Remove and discard the empty half shell from each clam. Transfer full halves to a baking sheet; spoon crumb mixtureinto each shell.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is browned and crispy, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve clams with lemon juice and hot pepper sauce.
  • Nutrition

    180 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 164mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 81mg