Pass Me Another Hot Clam Dip
Dive into the irresistible flavors of "Pass Me Another Hot Clam Dip," a creamy, savory appetizer that’s the highlight of any gathering. This baked dip combines rich cream cheese, buttery garlic, and tender canned clams with a hint of Worcestershire sauce and a zest of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced bite. Topped with golden breadcrumbs and melty Parmesan cheese, it bakes to bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal for pairing with crackers, baguette slices, or crisp veggies, this crowd-pleaser is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a gourmet touch. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a comforting snack, this hot clam dip recipe is guaranteed to keep everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cans Canned clams, drained (reserve the juice)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or ovenproof skillet and set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the sautéed garlic, canned clams, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce (if using) to the cream cheese. Mix well to combine.
Gradually stir in 2 tablespoons of the reserved clam juice until the mixture reaches a scoopable, creamy consistency. Add more juice if needed.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, then transfer it to your prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the dip.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm with crackers, fresh baguette slices, or crunchy vegetables like celery and carrots.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 114.0 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 5709 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 93.1 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 945 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
