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Baked Clams Au Gratin

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List of Ingredients




3 slices bacon, diced

1/4 cup butter or margarine

1/2 cup EACH celery, onion and green pepper, finely chopped

3 tablespoons flour

2 cups milk

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated

2 eggs, lightly beaten

2 cups finely chopped clams


Recipe



1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish.

2. Put bacon and butter in saucepan. Cook on low for 3 minutes. Stir in chopped vegetables; sauté for 5 minutes. Blend in flour. Gradually stir in milk. Cook on low, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth.

3. Remove from heat; stir in salt, pepper, 1/2 cup of cheese, eggs and clams. Pour into casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

From “America Cooks”, General Federation of Women’s Clubs Cookbook, 1967