DEVILED CLAMS OLD FASHIONED STYLE (ALMOST!)

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This is a variation of recipe #14972 (thank you Cathy). It is spicier, and the chowder clams have an earthier flavor reminiscent of one of my favorites of many years ago. These freeze well and defrost/reheat easily in a microwave for quick dinners.

Provided by 4John6

Categories     Canadian

Time 1h55m

Yield 48 deviled clams, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 dozen chowder clams, well cleaned (quahogs)
3 green bell peppers
3 red bell peppers
4 large yellow onions
2 lbs sliced bacon
1/3 bunch parsley
3 tablespoons garlic powder
4 tablespoons lowry seasoning salt
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
12 medium torpedo rolls
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Using a food processor (do not clean between ingredients).
  • Finely slice the torpedo rolls and set aside.
  • Finely chop bacon and put in a large, deep saute pan and put on medium heat.
  • Medium chop peppers, onions, and parsley and add to cooking bacon.
  • Add garlic powder, seasoning salt, and cayenne pepper to mix and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Put aside to cool.
  • To open clams,place in large baking pan (s) 1 to 2" deep.
  • Place in a 400°F oven for 10 minutes, or until opened slightly,remove fron oven and let cool enough to handle.
  • Open clams, reserving the liquid for later use,and chop meat medium fine.
  • Separate and save clam shells.
  • In a large bowl,combine the clams and bacon/vegetable mix.
  • Add the sliced rolls a cup at a time,adding the reserved clam juice,if necessary,to keep the consistency of a slightly wet stuffing.
  • Spoon fill clam shells with stuffing mix, sprinkle bread crumbs over stuffing,and top with lighty sprinkled paprika for color.
  • Bake in a 350°F oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Bread crumbs should be lightly browned, and clams and vegetables tender.

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