Old-Fashioned Stuffed Baked Clams

large hard-shell clams, well scrubbed

fine dried bread crumbs, preferably homemade from coarse country bread

oz. (about 1/2 cup) bacon, finely chopped 

medium shallots, minced

small green bell pepper, minced

small red bell pepper, minced

grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

garlic clove, minced

butter

smoked paprika

salt and freshly ground pepper,

lemon wedges for serving

fresh dill for serving