FIREHOUSE CLAM BAKE NEW ENGLAND STYLE

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Growing up along the Eastern seaboard in Rhode Island, seafood is a staple of the state! This is a wonderful recipe that is prepared right on the beach!! A lot of work, but well worth it! You'll have to collect a lot of stones and seaweed for this dish.

Provided by Star Pooley

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Clams

Time 5h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 11

20 small (1 pound) lobsters
20 pounds clams in shell, scrubbed
10 pounds mussels, cleaned and debearded
10 pounds cod
20 white potatoes
20 sweet potatoes
20 ears fresh corn
5 pounds bratwurst
5 pounds hot dogs
5 pounds pork sausage
3 pounds sweet onions

Steps:

  • At the beach dig a hole in the sand with the approximate proportions: width = 2 feet, length = 4 feet, depth = 1-1/2 feet. Line the hole with stones from the beach. Build a fire inside of the hole and cover with rocks from the beach. Heat the stones for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Remove coals and/or embers from the hole. Arrange hot stones evenly across the bottom of the hole. Place fresh 1/2 bushel seaweed (wet) on top of the hot stones.
  • Working quickly layer the food on top of the seaweed, the food should be layered evenly on top of each other in the following order: clams, mussels, fish, sausage, hotdogs (wrapped in cheesecloth), onions, potatoes (white and sweet), corn, and finally lobsters.
  • Cover food with a clean, wet cloth. Place remaining seaweed on top of cloth.
  • Cover entire hole of food with a wet tarpaulin, sealing the steam created by the hot stones and seaweed in. Allow a very small amount of steam to escape to relieve pressure. Let bake cook for 1 or more hours. The bake is completed when the potatoes are soft. Serve bake with melted butter to dip the seafood in and lobster crackers. Don't forget napkins -- you'll need 'em!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 998.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 293.8 mg, Fat 48.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 89.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 2368 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

Ankwasa Benjamin
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt.


Dr sohail Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover seafood. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


williams molindo
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I'm not a seafood fan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The clams were cooked perfectly and the broth was delicious.


Mpawenimana Spece
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This recipe is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and everyone will love it.


Md Alom Alom
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Boney Instinct
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This recipe is a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more herbs and spices.


MD EMRAN KHAN
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I've tried this recipe twice now and both times it's been a disaster. The clams were tough and the potatoes were undercooked.


Ibrahim Farooq
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's a bit labor-intensive, but it's worth the effort.


Anthony Silva
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I'm not a big fan of clams, but I loved this dish. The broth was so flavorful and the potatoes and corn were cooked perfectly.


John Ramirez
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I highly recommend it!


Waqar Ex
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up fresh seafood.


Grace Orrell
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The clams were a bit gritty, but overall the dish was good.


Saba Nazir (Chef Saba)
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I substituted baby potatoes for the regular potatoes and they turned out perfectly. This recipe is a keeper!


Mohamed Usman
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Tilek Hizirbai
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The broth was especially delicious.


Miran Magar
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This New England-style clam bake was a hit with my family! The clams were tender and flavorful, and the potatoes and corn were cooked to perfection. The overall experience was fantastic.