Deviled Clams

Directions

1. 1
   Scrub clam shells thoroughly.
2. 2
   Put hinge side down in covered Dutch oven with small amount of water over a low heat.
3. 3
   Clams are cooked when shells have opened.
4. 4
   Using tongs, remove shells to a large platter.
5. 5
   With the point of a knife, detach connecting muscle tissue along with clams from shells.
6. 6
   Remove dark material from the stomach.
7. 7
   Grind clams and hard-boiled eggs.
8. 8
   Mix with onion, celery, cream and raw egg.
9. 9
   Refrigerate until set.
10. 10
    Fill clam shell halves.
11. 11
    Add buttered bread crumbs last.
12. 12
    Arrange on a cookie sheet or in a shallow pan.
13. 13
    Bake in moderate 350° oven for 20 minutes.