1 can (8 oz.) minced clams
Milk
6 tbsp. (3/4 stick) butter
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 c. soft bread crumbs (2 slices)

1. Drain liquid from clams into 2 cup measure; add enough milk to make 1 1/2 cups.

2. Melt half the butter in saucepan; stir in flour. Cook stirring constantly, until bubbly. Stir in 1 1/2 cups liquid; continue cooking and stirring until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes; remove from heat and cool. Beat in egg and clams.

3. Melt remaining butter and stir in bread crumbs. Toast lightly. Spoon half into a greased baking dish; top with clam mixture; remaining crumbs on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serves 4.