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Nan’S Clams Casino

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Nan's Clams Casino offers a classic, comforting seafood experience that balances briny clam juice with rich, herby breadcrumbs. This dish features minced clams saut&# 195;©ed with fresh onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano, creating a fragrant base that is spooned back into the shells. The topping of seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese crisps up in the oven, providing a delightful textural contrast to the tender clams. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple appetizer or light main course, perfect for dinner parties, game days, or a sophisticated weeknight meal. The mixture remains soupy until baked, so patience is key for the perfect crust. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 240.5
Description
Nan's Clams Casino offers a classic, comforting seafood experience that balances briny clam juice with rich, herby breadcrumbs. This dish features minced clams saut&# 195;©ed with fresh onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano, creating a fragrant base that is spooned back into the shells. The topping of seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese crisps up in the oven, providing a delightful textural contrast to the tender clams. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple appetizer or light main course, perfect for dinner parties, game days, or a sophisticated weeknight meal. The mixture remains soupy until baked, so patience is key for the perfect crust. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Ingredients
  • 13 ounce
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (191ðC).
  2. 2
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3
    Add minced onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the onion and garlic begin to brown.
  4. 4
    Stir in the seasoned breadcrumbs and cook for another minute to toast them slightly.
  5. 5
    Add the minced clams, reserved clam juice, and salt to the skillet.
  6. 6
    Mix well to combine all ingredients; the mixture will appear soupy at this stage.
  7. 7
    Spoon the clam mixture evenly into the clam shells, arranging them on a baking sheet.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top of each clam.
  9. 9
    Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the mixture is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 240.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9g8%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 84.5mg29%
Sodium 2431.0mg102%
Total Carbohydrate 8.5g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 39.0g78%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Reserve the juice from the canned clams; it adds essential flavor and moisture to the dish.

The mixture will be very soupy before baking. Do not worry; it will thicken and the topping will crisp up in the oven.

This recipe can be doubled or multiplied to accommodate larger crowds or for serving as hors d'oeuvres.

For a fresh twist, substitute garlic powder with fresh minced garlic cloves.

Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Keywords: clams, casino, seafood, appetizer, baked, garlic, parmesan, breadcrumbs, italian, party, shellfish, homemade, comfort food, herbs, olive oil, onion, parsley, oregano, oven
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