Clams Casino from The Hermit Of Chappaquiddick - Barbecuebible.com

Ingredients

• 6 strips smokehouse bacon
• 4 ramps or large scallions
• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus oil for drizzling
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1-1/2 cups toasted bread crumbs (preferably homemade)
• 24 fresh littleneck clams
• Coarse salt for baking the clams