Spicy Clam Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 (6 1/2 oz.) cans chopped Gorton's clams with juice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove
1 tsp. parsley
2 to 3 tsp. Tabasco
grated cheese (Muenster suggested)
paprika
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 lb. unsalted butter
6 slices bacon, crumbled
1/2 large green pepper
1 tsp. oregano
Italian style bread crumbs
Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Simmer chopped clams and lemon juice for 10 to 15 minutes (medium in microwave).
Mix all ingredients together and gradually add Italian style bread crumbs to thicken consistency.
Pour into large casserole dish.
Top with grated cheese (suggestion Muenster).
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika.