BAKED CLAMS

 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

Scrub clams with stiff brush under cold water until all grit is removed.  

Saute onion and garlic until golden.  

Remove clams from shell (steam open).  

Chop up clams very fine, mix with bread crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper and oregano.  

Fill shells.  Sprinkle with cheese and lemon juice.  

Dot with butter and place under hot broiler about 5 minutes.