Place two 8 oz blocks of cream cheese in microwave. Heat for approximately 45 seconds or until soft. Mash softened cream cheese. Once mashed, add liquid from 1 can of minced clams, stir until smooth. Add Tabasco sauce, garlic powder and clams from can. Tabasco and garlic may be changed to taste. Chill until ready to serve. If dip is too thick once chilled, add milk or half and half until desired consistency.