Everyone loves Baked Clams and here is my favorite recipe - plus I'll show you a simple way to open the clams for stuffing. These are best served hot out of the oven, so I always tell my eager guests to go slowly. Buon Gusto! #LidiasRecipes #LidiasItaly #LidiasKitchen #LidiaBastianich #ItalianFood #LidiasTheArtofPasta #LidiasOliveOil https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/spicy-stuffed-clams/ Great with - https://youtu.be/XvPgzVPVGL8 | Lidia Bastianich

BAKED STUFFED CLAM SHELLS What if you could turn simple clams into golden, cheesy little “seafood cupcakes” that disappear the second they hit the table? Ingredients For the clam mixture: 18–24 large clam shells, cleaned (or oven-safe ramekins) 2 cups chopped cooked clams (fresh or canned, well drained) 2 tbsp butter 1 small onion, very finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ red bell pepper, finely diced (optional) ½ cup celery, finely diced ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular) ¼ cup grated Parm