Classic Clam Dip

Miss Annie's Note:

Clam dip has been around the party scene for a long time. This classic recipe is used by many American cooks at many different types of gatherings.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 1.0 cup

• 1 (7 ounce) can clams, chopped, drained, juice reserved
• 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon grated onion
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients plus 4 tablespoons of the reserved clam juice in a bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.
2. Put mixture in a serving bowl and chill.
3. Serve with potato chips, crackers, or small pieces of raw vegetables.

Reviews

[GinnyP]

Well, I've been on the American scene since 1964 (the year I was born), and this was the first clam dip I've had occasion to try. It's delicious! Clam dip!? Where have you been all my life? :) My husband, on the other hand, reports that he has tried 'many' clam dips, and he said this ranks right up there with the best of'em!

[Toni1]

I was looking for some recipes for a fifties theme party. This fit the bill. It was so easy to make and the bowl was scraped clean at the party. I also liked the fact I could make it the night before. I served it with crackers, celery and carrots.

[Mysterygirl]

My dh made this for our New Year's Eve appy buffet and I'm so glad that he found it. I'd never had clam dip before but this is great! I preferred it with crackers over chips.