Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      7 ounces can  minced clams -- drained
     1/4  cup           green pepper -- finely chopped
   4                    scallions -- finely chopped
   2      drops         Tabasco sauce
  10      ounces        sharp cheese spread
                        garlic salt -- to taste.

Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients in a deep, 1 1/2-quart, heat- resistant, non-metallic casserole. 2. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir at the end of each minute. 3. Serve very hot with crisp corn chips for dipping. Makes 1 1/2 cups.