Stuffed Clams

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New jersey bay stuffed clams, we live on the coast in jersey where there is an abundance of fresh seafood. i like to try new recipes and have a lot of fun inventing my own.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350f.

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Open clams , making sure to save any juice and half the clam shells.

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Chop the clams by hand or use the food processor.

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Set aside.

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Dice the bacon and cook until done.

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When cool , add to the clams.

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Dice the vegetables and add to the clams.

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Add seasonings.

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Add the bread crumbs 1 / 2 cup at a time , until it resembles stuffing.

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If the mixture seems too dry , add the reserved clam juice.

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Spoon mixture into clam shells and bake for 15 or 20 minutes.

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Enjoy.

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Ingredients

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clams, bacon, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, seasoned bread crumbs, garlic powder, seasoning salt, parsley