Long Island Clam Spread Recipes

CLAM DIP

Steps:

• Taste dip and adjust seasoning: Taste the dip and adjust seasonings, if needed. The Old Bay is the main source of salt so add more if needed or add kosher salt if the dip is already at a good spice level for you.
• Chill the clam dip: Cover and chill the dip for at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.

SPICY CLAM SPREAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a medium-size gratin dish and set aside.
• In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the clams plus their liquid, the butter, onion, parsley, oregano, Tabasco, and bread crumbs and mix till well blended. Scrape the mixture into the prepared dish, sprinkle the top with the two cheeses and paprika, and bake till golden, about 20 minutes. Sreve the spread with crackers or small Melba toast rounds.

STEAMED CLAMS

Steps:

• Carefully scrub the clams under cold running water to remove sand and grit, then set aside.
• Melt the butter in a large pot set over medium heat, and when it foams, add the chorizo or bacon, and allow it to crisp, stirring occasionally, approximately 5 minutes.
• Add the beer to the pot (use just 1 cup if cooking 50 or fewer clams), and allow to heat through, then carefully add the clams in layers. Cover the pot, and allow the clams to steam and open, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Serve in the pot, or use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove clams to a platter, and serve alongside a bowl of the remaining clam broth and melted butter.

LONG ISLAND CLAM SPREAD

Steps:

• Drain clams, reserving liquid. In medium bowl stir together cream cheese, parsley, onion, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and paprika. Stir in clams and 1 tablespoon of reserved clam liquid. Refrigerate at least 2 hours to blend flavors. Serve with crackers.*NOTE: Soften cream cheese in microwave at high for 15 to 20 seconds.