Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer - Baked Clams Casino

Ingredients:

24 fresh gluten-free littleneck clams, shucked and shells reserved
1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
1/4 cup cooked gluten-free bacon, crumbled
2 tablespoons gluten-free chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons gluten-free olive oil
1 tablespoon gluten-free lemon juice
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated gluten-free Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

In a bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs, crumbled gluten-free bacon, chopped fresh parsley, minced garlic, gluten-free olive oil, and gluten-free lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Place the shucked gluten-free littleneck clams in their reserved shells.

Top each clam with a spoonful of the breadcrumb mixture.

Sprinkle the grated gluten-free Parmesan cheese over the top of the breadcrumb mixture.

Arrange the stuffed clams on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the clams are cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let the Baked Clams Casino cool slightly.

Serve these gluten-free Baked Clams Casino hot as a delicious appetizer.

Enjoy these savory and gluten-free Baked Clams Casino as a delightful appetizer!