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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Calico Clams Casino, a delightful seafood appetizer that marries the briny essence of clams with a symphony of rich flavors. Picture succulent clams nestled in their shells, adorned with a savory blend of crispy bacon, aromatic shallots, zesty bell peppers, and a hint of garlic. Topped with a tantalizing breadcrumb mixture and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, these clams are baked to perfection, resulting in a golden-brown crust that encases a tender and flavorful interior. Our comprehensive guide features not only the classic Calico Clams Casino recipe but also a vegetarian variation for those seeking a plant-based indulgence. Additionally, we offer a gluten-free alternative, ensuring that everyone can savor this delectable dish. Get ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to a delightful seafood experience with our Calico Clams Casino extravaganza.

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

24 to 26 littleneck clams
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 slices center-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 cup finely diced shallot (2 to 3 shallots)
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper (from 1 pepper)
3 cloves garlic, finely grated
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Soak the clams in cold water to purge any sand, about 20 minutes. Then scrub them clean to remove any dirt or barnacles from the outer shells and then drain.
  • Add the white wine and cleaned clams to a large saucepan. Cover and heat over medium. After a few minutes, check to see if any of the clams have opened. Once they start opening, remove the opened clams to a large bowl to cool. Cover the pot and wait another minute or so before checking to see if any more clams have opened. Discard any clams that don't open after 5 minutes. Once all the clams have been removed, turn the heat down to low and let the white wine and clam juice mixture reduce until there is about 1/3 cup of liquid left.
  • In the meantime, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to render its fat and slightly browns, about 2 minutes. Next, add the shallots and bell pepper. Cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Use a small fine-mesh sieve to strain the 1/3 cup of white wine-clam juice mixture into the skillet. Stir to combine and cook until the mixture is slightly reduced and cohesive, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and let cool slightly.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and preheat the oven to broil.
  • Mix the panko, olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Carefully remove the top shell from each clam and use a spoon to loosen the meat from the bottom shell. Place the meat back into the bottom shell and then onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Divide the bacon mixture evenly among the clams, using a spoon to pack the mixture tightly into the shell. Top each of the clams with about 1 teaspoon of the panko mixture.
  • Transfer the clams to the broiler and cook until the breadcrumbs are just golden brown, 30 seconds to a 1 minute. Keep an eye on them as the browning can happen quite quickly.
  • Remove the clams from the oven and use tongs to transfer them to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped chives. Serve immediately.

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 ounces sliced pancetta or bacon, finely chopped
1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/3 cup chopped shallots
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/3 cup dry white wine
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
18 medium (2 1/2-inch) littleneck clams, shucked, bottom shells reserved

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute until crisp and golden, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a plate. Add the bell pepper, shallots, garlic, and oregano to the same skillet and saute until the shallots are tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and simmer until it is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and cool completely. Stir the reserved pancetta and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese into the vegetable mixture. Season the mixture, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Line a heavy large baking sheet with foil. Arrange the clams in the reserved shells on the baking sheet. Spoon the vegetable mixture atop the clams, dividing equally and mounding slightly. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan. Bake until the clams are just cooked through and the topping is golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Arrange the clams on the platter and serve.

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A few years ago, I came across this clams casino recipe in the back of my files when I was looking for a special appetizer. Everyone raved about it. Now it's often-requested dish. -Paula Sullivan, Barker, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons each finely chopped onion, celery and sweet red, yellow and green peppers
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Drain clams, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. In a large bowl, combine the clams and remaining ingredients; stir in the reserved clam juice. Spoon into greased 6-oz. custard cups or clamshell dishes; place on baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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Provided by Jason Epstein

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 strips bacon
1 small green bell pepper
1 small red bell pepper
1/2 sweet onion
1 jalapeño
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 dozen small cherrystone or large littleneck (i.e. topneck) clams

Steps:

  • Cut each bacon strip into 4 pieces and lightly fry in a pan over medium heat. (You don't want the bacon to become crispy since it is going to go into the broiler later.) Remove and set aside half-cooked bacon.
  • Chop the peppers and the onion into a medium dice. Chop the jalapeño finely, discarding seeds. It's a good idea to wash your hands afterward.
  • Add the peppers, the onion and the jalapeño to the softened butter.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice to taste.
  • Add a generous pinch of the vegetable mixture to each of the opened clams on its half shell. Place a piece of the cooked bacon on top of the mixture on each clam.
  • Place the clams under the broiler and let cook until the vegetables begin to wilt and the bacon is almost crisp, around 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 416, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 905 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 1 gram

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Your guests will be impressed with our home economists' version of a classic upscale appetizer. Cayenne pepper nicely seasons the bread crumb topping.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound kosher salt
1 dozen fresh cherrystone clams
1/3 cup soft bread crumbs
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Spread salt into an oven-safe metal serving platter or a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Shuck clams, reserving bottom shells; drain liquid (save for another use). Arrange clams in salt-lined pan., Combine the bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons parsley, oil, garlic, cayenne and pepper; spoon over clams., Bake 15-18 minutes or until clams are firm and bread crumb mixture is crisp and golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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Baked, stuffed clams - the best you have ever eaten!

Provided by Tina

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 large clams
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup minced onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dried bread crumbs
4 slices bacon
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried parsley
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon until crisp over medium heat. Crumble, and set aside.
  • Wash clams. Place on a baking sheet. Heat in a preheated 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 1 to 2 minutes, or until clams open. Discard any that do not open. Remove meat from shells. Chop, and set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoons oil and butter to a small skillet, and place pan over medium heat. Add onion, pepper, and garlic; saute until tender. Remove from heat, and cool.
  • In a medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, bacon, oregano, cheese, sauteed vegetables, and chopped clams. Mix well. Fill clam shells with mixture, and place on baking sheet. Sprinkle with parsley and paprika. Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 7 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 482.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh clams. Look for clams that are tightly closed and have no cracks or chips in their shells.
  • Clean the clams thoroughly. Scrub the clams with a stiff brush to remove any dirt or debris. Then, rinse them thoroughly with cold water.
  • Make sure the clams are cooked through. Clams should be cooked until they are opaque and firm. If you are unsure if they are cooked through, insert a thermometer into the thickest part of the clam. The internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the clams immediately. Clams are best served hot and fresh. If you need to keep them warm, place them in a chafing dish or a warm oven.

Conclusion:

Calico clams casino is a classic seafood dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your clams spicy or mild, with bacon or without, there is a calico clams casino recipe that is sure to please you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and elegant seafood dish, give calico clams casino a try. You won't be disappointed!

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