1 can gorton's clams
2 tsp prepared horseradish
1 3 oz pkg. cream cheese
1 tsp lemon juice
Directions
Mix horseradish, lemon juice with cream cheese. Add 1 tsp. of clam
juice from the can, blend into cream cheese mixture. Add drained
clams. Add additional clam juice if necessary to reach the desired
consistency. Serve with chips.
Shared By: Pat Stockett
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Appetizer; Dip; Fish; Seafood
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