Lisa's Best Baked Clams

Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add the clams and cook until all the shells have opened, approximately 5-7 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open.

Recipe View While the clams are cooking, prepare the crumb mixture. In a large bowl, combine the crushed soda crackers, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Mix well to ensure even distribution.

Recipe View In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the cracker crumb mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until the crumbs are golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter or the crumbs.

Recipe View Drain the cooked clams and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, remove the top half of each shell, discarding it. Arrange the remaining clam-filled half shells on a baking sheet.

Recipe View Spoon the golden crumb mixture generously over each clam, ensuring that the clams are well-covered.

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is browned and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.

Recipe View Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve immediately, drizzled with fresh lemon juice and a dash of hot pepper sauce, if desired.