Spicy stuffed clams that can be prepared in advance and frozen.

2/3	C	Fresh minced onion
3		Garlic cloves -- minced
1/3	C	Minced green pepper
1/4	lb	Butter
2/3	C	Minced celery
2	cans	Chopped clams (6.5 oz each)
2	tbsp	Worcestershire sauce
1	tbsp	Cajun seasoning
1	tsp	Onion powder
1	cup	Italian bread crumbs
		Salt and pepper to taste
		Paprika

• Melt butter on high heat in frying pan, add vegetables and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir periodically with a wooden spoon.
• Add clams, including the broth, and stir. Season with worcestershire sauce, cajun seasoning, and onion powder. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding salt and pepper as needed.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes. Then add bread crumbs. Place in clam shells. Garnish with paprika. At this point they may be frozen, tightly wrapped, defrosted in the refrigerator, then cooked.

  Broil for 5 minutes under broiler until browned.