LET’S GET COOKING

• 1.

  Preheat the oven to 450°F.

• 2.

  Begin steaming the clams for about 5 to 7 minutes or until they have opened. Discard any that do not open.

• 3.

  In a skillet, over medium high heat, cook the bacon and once it is cooked and lightly crispy, remove and set aside.

• 4.

  In the same skillet, add the onion and red pepper. Cook for about 1 minute while stirring.

• 5.

  Add Casa M Spice Co® Hooked®, stir, and add the butter and stir.

• 6.

  Once butter is melted, turn off the heat.

• 7.

  In a small bowl, combine the panko, cheese, and melted butter mixture. Make sure to mix thoroughly.

• 8.

  Once clams are done, you can leave them as they are or remove the top half and discard.

• 9.

  Arrange the clams on a baking sheet. Place a tbs or more of the panko mixture on each clam, and top with the bacon pieces.

• 10.

  Bake for 5-8 minutes, or until the tops of the clams are golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve immediately!