David's Aunt Pat - makes a mean Clam Dip.  This recipe is from the July 10, 2006 episode of the Late Show with David Letterman. I'm sure if it's good enough for the notoriously private Dave to share - it's good enough to give it a try.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cans chopped clams
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. parsley, snipped
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sauté clams, garlic and parsley in olive oil until tender. Add breadcrums and cheese. Place mixture in small casserole dish. Bake until lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and Italian bread.