Clams Casino                                          
Source: FishermansExpress.com


Ingredients
24 live Clams
1 large Garlic clove, minced
4 Tbsp Green Pepper, chopped
8 Tbsp Butter
1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
6 Tbsp seasoned Bread Crumbs
 

Directions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Open clams and discard top shell. Place clams in a shallow baking pan. In a saucepan, melt 4 Tbsp butter and saute the garlic and green pepper for 2 to 3 minutes. Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and bread crumbs, mixing thoroughly. Place 1 tsp of mixture on top of each clam and bake for 10 minutes. Serves 6 or makes 24 appetizers.