South Jersey Style Clams Casino

8 Jersey Fresh little neck clams 

1 large Jersey Fresh bell pepper, diced 

1 8oz package of shredded cheddar cheese

1 pound bacon, sliced and diced

1 stick of melted butter

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Scrub clams under cold running water until clean. Steam the clams in a large pot until they open. Remove one shell from each clam. Place the clams on the half shell on a baking sheet; dab each clam with half a teaspoon of butter. In a large skillet, fry together the diced bell pepper and the bacon until well done. Drain on paper towels to remove grease, crumble the bacon and place some bacon and pepper on each clam. Cover with the shredded cheese. Bake in the oven for about 3 - 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted. 


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