2 egg yolks, well beaten
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. instant minced onion
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans minced clams, drained
1 c. fine dry bread crumbs
1 tbsp. snipped fresh parsley
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves, crushed
2 egg whites, stiffly beaten
Crisco shortening or Crisco oil for shallow frying
Orange or lemon slices (optional)

Combine egg yolks, milk and onion in large bowl. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in clams, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper and thyme. Fold in egg whites.

Heat 1/4 inch Crisco shortening or Crisco oil to 365 degrees in deep skillet.

Drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into shortening or oil. Fry until golden brown. Turn once. Garnish with orange or lemon slices, if desired. 6 servings.