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Serves 4
2 dozen shucked clams, drained
1 cup clam juice
1 1/2 cups cubed potatoes
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup diced onions
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup corn
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced pimientos
Pastry for 9-inch pie crust
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
In a large saucepan, combine 3/4 cup clam juice, potatoes, celery and onions. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
Combine cornstarch with remaining clam juice and blend. Add cornstarch mixture to vegetables and stir to blend. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in corn, nutmeg, pepper, parsley and pimientos.
Pour vegetables into a 9-inch pie dish and top with clams. Cover with pastry.
Beat egg and water with a fork. Brush egg mixture over crust and bake in a 425° F oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.
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