Minced Clams Casino - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 stick butter
2 Tbsp. chopped celery leaves
2 Tbsp. chopped celery
2 Tbsp. chopped onion
2 Tbsp. chopped green pepper
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. mustard
2 Tbsp. chopped mushrooms (optional)
3 (6 1/2 oz.) cans minced clams
3/4 c. plain bread crumbs
crisp fresh or jarred bacon pieces (optional)

Preparation

Saute first eight ingredients.
Drain clams, reserving 1/2 cup liquid.
Simmer 1/2 cup liquid and clams for 5 minutes. Combine clams and liquid with the sauteed mixture.
Add bread crumbs and blend well.