Clams Casino

Ingredients

• 5 cups cold water , plus more if needed
• 2 tablespoons fine sea salt
• 24 littleneck clams (about 2 to 2 1/4 pounds)
• 4 uncooked center-cut bacon slices (about 3 ounces)
• 3 medium shallots , finely chopped (about 2/3 cup)
• 1 small yellow bell pepper , finely chopped (2/3 cup)
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano , divided
• 3/4 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened, divided
• 3/4 cup panko
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley , plus more for garnish
• 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 ounce fresh Parmesan cheese , grated (about 1/4 cup)
• Lemon wedges , for serving

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