Clam Dip

This clam dip is one of those retro appetizers that never goes out of style.  The key is using that reserved clam juice to really amp up the ocean flavor, and the combination of Worcestershire and hot sauce gives it just the right amount of kick.

Ingredients:

4 oz package cream cheese softened to room temperature

6 1/2 oz canned minced clams, drained and reserve 1-2 T clam juice

1/4 cup sour cream

1/2 t Worcestershire sauce

1/4 t hot sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 T minced fresh parsley

1/2 t ground black pepper

Pinch of salt

Directions:

Add the cream cheese, reserved clam juice, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce; beat with an electric hand mixer until well combined. Stir in the clams, garlic, parsley, pepper and salt.

Serve with veggies and crackers.