Clam Dip

3 (6.5 ounce) cans minced clams

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

¼ cup chopped onion

½ cup butter

1 pinch ground black pepper

1 cup dry bread crumbs

1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Combine the clams, lemon juice, onion, butter, pepper, and bread crumbs in a mixing bowl, and stir until blended. Pour the mixture into a baking dish, and sprinkle the top with Cheddar cheese. Bake until the mixture is bubbly, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.