BAKED CLAMS

ingredients

 2 doz. clams

4 tbsp. olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

 1 med. onion, chopped

1 tbsp. bread crumbs

1 tsp. parsley or chives

1/4 tsp. oregano Salt & pepper

 Grated Parmesan cheese

 Lemon juice  

procedure

Scrub clams with stiff brush under cold water until all grit is removed.  Sauté onion and garlic until golden.  Remove clams from shell (steam open).  Chop up clams very fine, mix with breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper and oregano.  Fill shells.  Sprinkle with cheese and lemon juice.  Dot with butter and place under hot broiler about 5 minutes