My Go-To Clams Casino Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 large littleneck clams (about 1.5 pounds or 680 grams)
• 4 strips of bacon, chopped (about 4 ounces or 113 grams)
• 1 cup (100 grams) of fresh breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon (15 grams) minced garlic (about 2-3 cloves)
• 2 tablespoons (10 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon (5 grams) lemon zest
• Salt and pepper to taste