Cajun Baked Clams

Directions

A Cajun treasure, tasso is a generously spiced and smoked cut of pork shoulder typically used as a seasoning or emphasis flavor in soups, egg, bean, pasta, and vegetable dishes.

Preheat the oven to 450℉ (230℃).

In a hot sauté pan, render the tasso for 2 minutes.

Remove from heat. Add the bread crumbs, Essence or cajun seasoning, and cheese to the rendered tasso, mix thoroughly.

Season the clams with salt and pepper.

Top each clam with 1 tablespoon tasso crust.

Place the clams on a baking sheet and bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.