Matlaw's Stuffed Clams, New England Style 9 ea

Matlaw's Stuffed Clams, New England Style (9 ea, 20 oz) reads like a ready-to-serve coastal appetizer aimed at shoppers who want the clam-shack experience without the prep. In stores you’ll find it in the frozen seafood or frozen prepared foods aisle, shelved near other frozen shellfish, seafood cakes, and ready-to-bake appetizers. It fits weekend seafood dinners, casual game-day spreads, or an easy party appetizer when you need something grill- or oven-ready. The brand leans on New England heritage and nostalgia — Matlaw’s positions itself as a familiar, regional seafood name for middle-income families, older shoppers who remember clam shacks, and busy cooks wanting convenience with a “traditional” flavor. The label includes modest health cues (low calorie per piece listed), a “natural butter flavor” and country-of-origin claims (“Product of USA / Made in USA”), plus the disclosure “Produced with genetic engineering”; there is no organic certification and no overt kid-focused branding. In plain terms this is a highly processed ready-to-cook product combining real clam meat with a seasoned breadcrumb mix and multiple industrial ingredients and flavorings. Sensory notes: a golden, crumbed exterior that crisps under a grill or oven, yielding a moist, garlicky clam interior with buttery and savory umami from hydrolyzed proteins and seasonings; bell pepper, celery and parsley flecks add small bursts of freshness. Packaging is a frozen retail box with individual pieces arranged for grilling or baking; the ritual is pull from freezer, heat, and serve as an appetizer or main on busy weeknights or social gatherings.