Cheesy Clam Fritters

There are probably thousands of clam fritter recipes. This one is good, especially for those people who may not like to be overwhelmed by the taste of clams. The corn and cheese mellow out the flavor of the clams--and of course if perhaps you don't have enough clams to make fritters for a crowd, these extra ingredients provide a flavorful filler.

Cheesy Clam Fritters

1-1/2 cup minced clams

   (fresh razors are best, but canned minced clams can be used)

1-1/2  cup cheddar cheese, grated

1  cup whole kernel corn, drained

    (not "Niblets" as they're too crunchy in this recipe)

3 Tbs butter, melted

3 Tbs flour

2 eggs, separated

Mix clams, cheese, corn, butter, flour and egg yolks together.  Beat egg whites until they form soft peaks. Fold whites into clam mixture.  Drop by large spoonfuls into hot oil, heated to 375 degrees.  Cook until golden brown on both sides.


Mom showing off one of her clams, May 1979
(friend Carol Fish still looking for a clam!)